Plus: Trust in medical scientists has grown, but mainly among Democrats, and how Americans navigate cellphones and social media in relationships.
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May 25, 2020
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** Trust in medical scientists has grown in U.S., but mainly among Democrats ([link removed])
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About six-in-ten Americans believe social distancing measures ([link removed]) are helping a lot to slow the spread of coronavirus in the nation.
* Most Americans expect a COVID-19 vaccine within a year; 72% say they would get vaccinated ([link removed])
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** 53% of Americans say the internet has been essential during the COVID-19 outbreak ([link removed])
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Americans with lower incomes are particularly likely to have concerns related to the digital divide ([link removed]) and the digital “homework gap.”
* From virtual parties to ordering food, how Americans are using the internet during COVID-19 ([link removed])
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** Most Americans say federal government has primary responsibility for COVID-19 testing ([link removed])
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Also, a declining share of Republicans ([link removed]) say the coronavirus is a major threat to health in the United States.
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** How Americans see digital privacy issues amid the COVID-19 outbreak ([link removed])
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The coronavirus outbreak has brought privacy and surveillance concerns to the forefront. Here’s what Americans think about those issues () .
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** Americans are divided by religion on who should get critical care if there is a shortage of ventilators ([link removed])
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Who should be given priority ([link removed]) if some hospitals do not have enough ventilators for all patients who need help breathing?
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** Dating and relationships in the digital age ([link removed])
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From distractions to jealousy, here’s how Americans navigate cellphones and social media ([link removed]) in their romantic relationships.
** Media mentions
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It’s easy to sneak onto your partner’s phone. Don’t. ([link removed])
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87 percent of adults describe internet connection during the coronavirus pandemic as at least 'important:' poll ([link removed])
The Hill
Americans skeptical of tracking cellphones to stop coronavirus spread: Poll ([link removed])
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Apple and Google weigh privacy concerns as EU demands coronavirus apps not track location data ([link removed])
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Should government track COVID-19 patients by phone? Many Americans say yes, poll says ([link removed])
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Pew: Majority Say Universal Broadband Isn’t Fed’s Job During Pandemic ([link removed])
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The share of Americans who say they would definitely (42%) or probably (30%) get a coronavirus vaccine (#) if one were available.
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