Social Issues

Fifty years ago, in March 1966, 47% of Americans described themselves as hawks on the Vietnam War -- wanting to step up the fighting -- while 26% described themselves as doves, wanting to slow it down.

The American public has not formed firm opinions on the issue of policies or laws surrounding transgender individuals' use of bathroom facilities, and the polling evidence that does exist at this point is mixed.

In 1951, Americans paid close attention to the revelation that illicit drugs were being smuggled into the U.S. and peddled to teenagers in New York and other cities. This prompted the vast majority to favor strict penalties for "dope" peddlers.

Parents can shape a better future for their children by embracing their kids' individuality and helping them develop their talents into strengths, says Gallup's new book Strengths Based Parenting.