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Poll Hub

Each week, Poll Hub goes behind the science to explain how polling works, what survey really show, and what the numbers actually mean. Poll Hub is produced by the Marist Institute for Public Opinion, home of America’s leading independent university public opinion poll, the Marist Poll. Lee Miringoff (Director of MIPO), Barbara Carvalho (Director of the Marist Poll), Jay DeDapper (Director of Strategy + Innovation), Mary Griffith (Associate Director), and frequent expert guests, dig deep to give you

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00:31:03

What Gen Z Really Wants

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2025/12/12

Gen Z takes over Poll Hub!New polling shows a growing divide within Gen Z, revealing clear differences between young men and women in how they think about success. Young men and women differ in their views on marriage, children, career priorities, and whether they want to stay in the United States. We break down the data and discuss what may be driving these shifts within the generation...by bringing on 4 of our student producers to tell us what's up.We also bring a holiday-themed fun fact that

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00:39:29

Bites and Beats: Food Insecurity and the Rise of AI...

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2025/12/05

Many Americans believe that their diets are healthy, but access to nutritious food varies, especially in food deserts. Residents in these areas face challenges with affordability and access and are less likely to rate their diets as healthy. Similarly, many Americans who rely on SNAP benefits are likely to live in these food deserts, which only highlights these structural inequalities. Deanna Jacobs, the Food Systems Coordinator at Dutchess Outreach, joins us to discuss and share some of the work

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00:38:13

News Consumers and New Security

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2025/11/26

On this week’s Poll Hub:We’re digging into how Americans are consuming news in 2025 and what that shift means. Our first guest, Will Jordan from Global Strategy Group, walks us through new findings on the widening gap between active and passive news consumers. As more people stumble across information instead of intentionally searching for it, we ask what this means for staying informed. We also talk about how these habits are shaping trust, fact-checking, and the role algorithms now play in

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00:26:06

Blame, Prices, and Politics

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2025/11/21

This week, we’re digging into brand-new NPR/PBS News/Marist polling that offers an early snapshot of the 2026 midterms. The survey shows Democrats opening a clear lead on the national generic congressional ballot, their strongest position in more than three years. We also break down what’s driving voter attitudes, from blame for the nation’s most extended government shutdown to declining trust in major institutions. With voters prioritizing lowering prices and expressing deep frustration across the

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00:31:50

Where We Gather and How We Vote

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2025/11/14

We’re exploring how access to “third spaces,” the cafés, libraries, community centers, and local hangouts where people gather outside of home and work, may shape civic life and voter participation. Author Sarah Stamper from the civic organization Murmuration, joins us to discuss new research showing that when people have fewer of these everyday spaces, they are less likely to vote, volunteer, or feel connected to their communities. We take a closer look at why Stamper argues these spaces should be

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00:28:35

Race to the Finish!

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2025/11/07

The votes are in, and New York City elected Democrat Zohran Mamdani as its next mayor. Plus, Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger have become governors-elects for New Jersey and Virginia, respectively. Now that we have the results, how did the pollsters do? We'll take a look at some of the last polls completed just before the election and see how they compare to actual results. Turkey trots invite first-time racers and families, while marathons attract serious runners, chasing personal bests and

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00:26:23

Boo! Halloween is Big Business

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2025/10/31

New York City is poised to elect a new mayor, and the choice may have national implications. Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani continues to hold a large lead in our new poll over both Republican Curtis Sliwa and Democrat-turned-independent Andrew Cuomo. We're digging into the crosstabs to explain why the old rules of multi-ethnic coalition building in city elections may not hold any longer.Next, make sure to check out this part of the episode on YouTube because, for Halloween, we dressed up in

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00:32:13

Strong Leader or Strongman?

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2025/10/24

When people describe a leader as "strong," it often has less to do with policies or accomplishments and more to do with language and style. At least that's what Dr. Jennifer Mercieca, a political rhetoric expert at Texas A&M, believes and, to her, Donald Trump is the perfect example. Her book Demagogue for President: The Rhetorical Genius of Donald Trump explores how performance and speech have, again, come to dominate American politics.Then, in the midst of the World Series and an exciting NFL

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00:31:59

Israel-Palestine War Impacts American Views on Both

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2025/10/17

After two years of war in Gaza, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal and the conflict appears to have ended but many doubt that lasting peace is possible, and support for a two-state solution has dropped sharply. In the U.S., approval of Israel’s military actions in Gaza has reached record lows, especially among younger and Democratic voters, while more Americans now support recognizing Palestinian statehood. These shifts show a clear change in how people see Israel and Palestine after two years of

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00:26:02

Celebration and Citizenship

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2025/10/10

Columbus Day has been part of American tradition for decades, but many people are beginning to see it differently. We explore how the growing recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day is changing the way Americans think about history and identity. This conversation goes beyond holidays and raises deeper questions about how a nation chooses to tell its story.Next, we turn to immigration, one of the most defining issues in American life. The way questions are worded in polls can shape how people think

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00:33:24

Class Matters

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2025/10/03

On this week’s Poll Hub: Class in America isn’t only about money or jobs; it shapes everyday life in powerful ways. New research shows that education and income influence who people consider close friends, how often they visit public spaces like parks and libraries, and even whether they can rely on neighbors or friends in a crisis.These hidden gaps in social connection reveal how class quietly divides communities far beyond economics or politics.We're also discussing our new poll with NPR and PBS

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00:28:40

Free Speech and Forgotten Memories

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2025/09/26

Free speech has long been seen as a core American value but recent events are testing just how deeply people believe in it. Following the killing of Charlie Kirk, scores of people were fired for speaking their minds -- including ABC late night comedian Jimmy Kimmel. Kimmel came back this week but big questions remain about whether the First Amendment still means protecting all kinds of speech. We’ll look at what the polling says about how Americans define being American, where the divides are

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00:23:40

NYC Mayor’s Race and Capitalism in America

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2025/09/19

New York City’s mayoral race is heating up. Zohran Mamdani leads the field, but his advantage somewhat narrows in a head-to-head match-up with Andrew Cuomo. This hotly contested race highlights how voters are weighing their choices for the city’s future. Beyond the numbers, this Marist Poll of New York City also captures what New Yorkers think about the quality of life in the city and how leadership will shape it moving forward.Next, we ask: Is America still a capitalist icon? Support for capitalism

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00:26:03

Pennies and Pillows

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2025/09/12

The American penny is headed into the history book. The Trump Administration announced pennies will stop being minted early next year. So, we're wondering if this is the start of a much bigger transition to a coinless or even cashless society. We explore what the polling says about how often people actually use cash and whether Americans are truly ready for a digital dollar future. A lot of Americans say they are not getting the rest they need, and the effects go far beyond simply feeling tired

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00:37:45

AI and Athletics

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2025/09/05

Nearly three years after ChatGPT’s debut, many students now use AI tools for schoolwork in some way, yet public opinion continues to be filled with uncertainty and skepticism. We have a student and professor to talk through AI's status in education as the school year starts.Meanwhile, the fall is also a time for sports. Youth sports are grappling with rising costs, increasingly packed schedules, and growing safety concerns, leading many parents to question whether kids are starting to lose the joy

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00:32:43

Shifting Futures: Housing and Side Hustles

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2025/08/29

We take a look at the bleak outlook renters have about homeownership, and which demographics feel especially unlikely to own a home. On the flip side, we also look at the association of homeownership with the American Dream. Is it still attainable? There's A LOT of doubt among young Americans. Then, on this topic of affordability, we talk about side hustles, and how younger generations seem to be gravitating towards a new style of working. The gig economy has been around for a while, but the appeal

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00:34:51

Divided on Ukraine and Drained of Time

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2025/08/22

We track how Americans' opinions on Ukraine have shifted from Obama through Trump, then Biden, and now into Trump’s second term, where the country is deeply divided along party lines. From Crimea to sanctions to peace talks, we look at the key moments that shaped public attitudes and ask what role opinion will play in the next stage of the conflict.Then, we turn to the rise of "time poverty" with Cassie Holmes, a professor at UCLA Anderson School of Management, and author of Happier Hour (2022). An

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00:35:46

America: Dimming Beacon?

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2025/08/15

For centuries, America has been the land of opportunity for immigrants from every corner of the globe. But with our recent nativist turn on newcomers and America First agenda, recent polling from global surveys shows that America's beacon may be dimming in the eyes of others. We talk shifting opinions on America, and how China is benefitting.Then, we're bringing it back to local, with a discussion about barbershops, and more specifically, how barbershops double as spaces for many men to let down

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00:31:53

Losing My Religion?

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2025/08/08

Across the world, religious shifts are happening. From people switching to new religions to those abandoning religion altogether, we have Dr. Phil Zuckerman from Pitzer College on to discuss the rise of "religious switching," and what it might mean for the future of faith.Then, in our fun fact this week, we hit the roads (and discuss who probably shouldn't be hitting the roads)!

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00:23:22

Is EVERYTHING Partisan Now?

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2025/08/01

Is your snack choice a political statement? Is your playlist partisan? We're diving into how the partisan culture war might run deeper within your everyday life than you may expect. Partisanship isn't just for politics any more!Then, we discuss real-life superheroes: parents! Do kids prefer stay-at-home parents? What about parents? We're exploring a lot of interesting data uncovering how we've moved from a society in which women working outside the home was VERY unpopular to a time when it's

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