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_Except_ for partisanship, where there have been huge shifts over the last generation (Dems more trust, Reps less), driven substantially by shifts in the demographics of the coalitions around the parties (ed polarization --> trust polarization).
Much more in the paper, of course.
Much more in the paper, of course.
February 10, 2026 at 7:20 PM
_Except_ for partisanship, where there have been huge shifts over the last generation (Dems more trust, Reps less), driven substantially by shifts in the demographics of the coalitions around the parties (ed polarization --> trust polarization).
Much more in the paper, of course.
Much more in the paper, of course.
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Check out our new paper on the demographic foundations of trust in science in @poqjournal.bsky.social
The tldr is that w/ all of the radical shifts in trust in the US over the last 50+ years, the demographic predictors of trust in science have been rock steady(!)
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The tldr is that w/ all of the radical shifts in trust in the US over the last 50+ years, the demographic predictors of trust in science have been rock steady(!)
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February 10, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Check out our new paper on the demographic foundations of trust in science in @poqjournal.bsky.social
The tldr is that w/ all of the radical shifts in trust in the US over the last 50+ years, the demographic predictors of trust in science have been rock steady(!)
academic.oup.com/poq/advance-...
The tldr is that w/ all of the radical shifts in trust in the US over the last 50+ years, the demographic predictors of trust in science have been rock steady(!)
academic.oup.com/poq/advance-...
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We get official jobs data for January tomorrow (because of the federal shutdown, which delayed the report). Already, though, WH officials are trying to downplay what may end up being a poor showing for the labor market.
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Ahead of Jobs Report, White House Seeks to Downplay Any Slowdown
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February 10, 2026 at 6:08 PM
We get official jobs data for January tomorrow (because of the federal shutdown, which delayed the report). Already, though, WH officials are trying to downplay what may end up being a poor showing for the labor market.
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The Trump administration plans to rescind $600 million in public health funds from four states led by Democrats because it finds the grants “inconsistent with agency priorities,” according to documents reviewed by the NYT
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Trump Administration to Cut $600 Million in Health Funding From Four States
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February 9, 2026 at 11:09 PM
The Trump administration plans to rescind $600 million in public health funds from four states led by Democrats because it finds the grants “inconsistent with agency priorities,” according to documents reviewed by the NYT
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NEWS: Republican Cash Edge Threatens to Swamp Democrats in the Midterms
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Republican Cash Edge Threatens to Swamp Democrats in the Midterms
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February 10, 2026 at 4:58 PM
NEWS: Republican Cash Edge Threatens to Swamp Democrats in the Midterms
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“Trump is in hot water on a wide range of issues, but that has failed to translate into Democratic ascendance, signaling continued wariness and distrust of the party,” Thomas Edsall writes. Our readers have some suggestions.
Opinion | What Should Democrats Do to Create a Durable Majority? Our Readers Have Thoughts.
We got hundreds of suggestions.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:05 PM
“Trump is in hot water on a wide range of issues, but that has failed to translate into Democratic ascendance, signaling continued wariness and distrust of the party,” Thomas Edsall writes. Our readers have some suggestions.
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Habeas cases filed by immigrants claiming their detention is illegal have taken off to levels we have never seen before. Just look at that chart.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:15 PM
Habeas cases filed by immigrants claiming their detention is illegal have taken off to levels we have never seen before. Just look at that chart.
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The Trump administration says it’s worried about declining birthrates. Yet it seems “blind to a proven fix that is right in front of us, one that costs it nothing: hybrid work,” Joanne Lipman writes.
The Trump administration says it’s worried about declining birthrates. Yet it seems “blind to a proven fix that is right in front of us, one that costs it nothing: hybrid work,” Joanne Lipman writes.
Opinion | The Key to Juicing Fertility: Work From Home
About 290,000 extra children a year have been born in the U.S. since the Covid pandemic fueled more work-from-home opportunities.
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February 10, 2026 at 4:00 AM
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
The Trump administration says it’s worried about declining birthrates. Yet it seems “blind to a proven fix that is right in front of us, one that costs it nothing: hybrid work,” Joanne Lipman writes.
The Trump administration says it’s worried about declining birthrates. Yet it seems “blind to a proven fix that is right in front of us, one that costs it nothing: hybrid work,” Joanne Lipman writes.
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Russia appears poised to capture three strategic areas in southern and eastern Ukraine, which would give Moscow an edge in U.S.-mediated peace talks. Here's the latest.
Russia Nears Capture of Key Ukrainian Towns After Year of Grinding Assaults
Russian troops have advanced at a glacial pace in recent months, but gains in southern and eastern Ukraine could give Moscow an edge in U.S.-mediated peace talks.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Russia appears poised to capture three strategic areas in southern and eastern Ukraine, which would give Moscow an edge in U.S.-mediated peace talks. Here's the latest.
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Breaking News: Tom Malinowski conceded to Analilia Mejia, the top progressive in a New Jersey race to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s House seat.
Malinowski Concedes to Analilia Mejia in New Jersey House Primary
Tom Malinowski, a former member of Congress, congratulated Analilia Mejia, a political organizer, on a “hard-won victory.”
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February 10, 2026 at 4:26 PM
Breaking News: Tom Malinowski conceded to Analilia Mejia, the top progressive in a New Jersey race to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s House seat.
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“Any event you go to, people ask about it. It’s like the border used to be. ... ‘What are you doing about Shariah law? What are you doing about the Muslims taking over the state?'" www.nytimes.com/2026/02/10/u...
Without a Border ‘Invasion,’ Texas G.O.P. Turns to an Old Enemy, Islam
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February 10, 2026 at 5:38 PM
“Any event you go to, people ask about it. It’s like the border used to be. ... ‘What are you doing about Shariah law? What are you doing about the Muslims taking over the state?'" www.nytimes.com/2026/02/10/u...
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A federal judge has dismissed the Department of Justice's lawsuit aiming to compel Michigan to hand over its voter data. DOJ is now 0-for-3 in court. www.votebeat.org/michigan/202...
February 10, 2026 at 4:22 PM
A federal judge has dismissed the Department of Justice's lawsuit aiming to compel Michigan to hand over its voter data. DOJ is now 0-for-3 in court. www.votebeat.org/michigan/202...
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New all-time high for share of student loans in serious delinquency.
(via NY Fed / Schwab)
(via NY Fed / Schwab)
February 10, 2026 at 4:24 PM
New all-time high for share of student loans in serious delinquency.
(via NY Fed / Schwab)
(via NY Fed / Schwab)
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2017 poll: Nearly 50% of Americans don’t know Puerto Ricans are fellow citizens www.nytimes.com/2017/09/26/u...
Nearly Half of Americans Don’t Know Puerto Ricans Are Fellow Citizens (Published 2017)
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February 8, 2026 at 12:42 PM
2017 poll: Nearly 50% of Americans don’t know Puerto Ricans are fellow citizens www.nytimes.com/2017/09/26/u...
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If Donald Trump wants to fend off Chinese threats to American preeminence, he needs to stop vacillating between trade wars and trade negotiations and focus on getting our own house in order.
More in my latest for @nytopinion
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More in my latest for @nytopinion
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Opinion | I Just Returned From China. We Are Not Winning.
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February 10, 2026 at 2:14 PM
If Donald Trump wants to fend off Chinese threats to American preeminence, he needs to stop vacillating between trade wars and trade negotiations and focus on getting our own house in order.
More in my latest for @nytopinion
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/10/o...
More in my latest for @nytopinion
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/10/o...
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The Employment Cost Index shows continued deceleration in compensation growth in Q4. All metrics of wage growth are slowing even as inflation has gotten stuck confirming that labor demand < greatly reduced labor supply
February 10, 2026 at 1:58 PM
The Employment Cost Index shows continued deceleration in compensation growth in Q4. All metrics of wage growth are slowing even as inflation has gotten stuck confirming that labor demand < greatly reduced labor supply
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Going great! news.gallup.com/poll/702125/...
February 10, 2026 at 1:37 PM
Going great! news.gallup.com/poll/702125/...
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“Trump Allies Near ‘Total Victory’ in Wiping Out U.S. Climate Regulation:
A small group of conservative activists has worked for 16 years to stop all government efforts to fight climate change. Their efforts seem poised to pay off.” www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/c...
A small group of conservative activists has worked for 16 years to stop all government efforts to fight climate change. Their efforts seem poised to pay off.” www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/c...
Trump Allies Near ‘Total Victory’ in Wiping Out U.S. Climate Regulation
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February 10, 2026 at 1:58 PM
“Trump Allies Near ‘Total Victory’ in Wiping Out U.S. Climate Regulation:
A small group of conservative activists has worked for 16 years to stop all government efforts to fight climate change. Their efforts seem poised to pay off.” www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/c...
A small group of conservative activists has worked for 16 years to stop all government efforts to fight climate change. Their efforts seem poised to pay off.” www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/c...
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“What happens if everyone who is Hispanic thinks they’re at risk?” The small town of Wilder, Idaho, prided itself on comity between its white farmers and growing Hispanic population, but a federal immigration raid has undermined the town’s sense of security. nyti.ms/4qu0Fcq
February 9, 2026 at 9:30 PM
“What happens if everyone who is Hispanic thinks they’re at risk?” The small town of Wilder, Idaho, prided itself on comity between its white farmers and growing Hispanic population, but a federal immigration raid has undermined the town’s sense of security. nyti.ms/4qu0Fcq
From NYT Health:
"We want to hear from readers who are trying to manage their medical bills and their health insurance costs."
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"We want to hear from readers who are trying to manage their medical bills and their health insurance costs."
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How Are Health Care Costs Affecting You?
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February 9, 2026 at 10:24 PM
From NYT Health:
"We want to hear from readers who are trying to manage their medical bills and their health insurance costs."
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"We want to hear from readers who are trying to manage their medical bills and their health insurance costs."
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This finding is a few years old now but relevant again after Bad Bunny's all-Spanish Super Bowl performance:
In 2024, only around half of White Trump supporters (48%) said they were comfortable with people speaking a language other than English in public: www.pewresearch.org/politics/202...
In 2024, only around half of White Trump supporters (48%) said they were comfortable with people speaking a language other than English in public: www.pewresearch.org/politics/202...
February 9, 2026 at 9:38 PM
This finding is a few years old now but relevant again after Bad Bunny's all-Spanish Super Bowl performance:
In 2024, only around half of White Trump supporters (48%) said they were comfortable with people speaking a language other than English in public: www.pewresearch.org/politics/202...
In 2024, only around half of White Trump supporters (48%) said they were comfortable with people speaking a language other than English in public: www.pewresearch.org/politics/202...
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From @theathletic.com: After President Trump called the Olympian Hunter Hess “a real loser” over the skier’s comments about representing the U.S., two of the biggest Olympic stars have spoken out in a Games that is becoming ever more politically charged.
Chloe Kim, Eileen Gu speak out after President Trump calls Olympian ‘a loser’
Two of the biggest stars of these Olympics were asked for their thoughts on President Trump's comments on Hunter Hess.
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February 9, 2026 at 7:17 PM
From @theathletic.com: After President Trump called the Olympian Hunter Hess “a real loser” over the skier’s comments about representing the U.S., two of the biggest Olympic stars have spoken out in a Games that is becoming ever more politically charged.