Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, there’s been no definitive scientific consensus pointing toward the origins of the virus. While the first known case was identified in Wuhan, China, experts have debated whether this coronavirus is of zoonotic origin (transmitted from bat to human, in this case) or the result of an accidental laboratory leak in […]
United Airlines’ New Family Seating Policy Might Be a Hit
Airlines have come under fire throughout the past year for charging families an additional fee to ensure parents and children get adjacent seats. The Department of Transportation called for an end to parent seating fees last year, and in his State of the Union address, President Biden further expanded on the issue: “Baggage fees are […]
One Year After the Invasion, How Concerned Are Americans About the Russia-Ukrain...
This Friday will mark one year since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, which led to warfare locked in a perpetual state of stalemate and tens of thousands of casualties. President Biden recently made a surprise visit to Kyiv and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, ahead of the U.S. pledging further sanctions against Russian elites and funding […]
3 Things to Know: National Security Concerns Rise as Comfort Traveling Holds Ste...
CivicScience continually tracks current and anticipated consumer trends. Here are three key insights marketers should know this week: 1. Terrorism and national security threat concerns are up this month. Americans may be feeling more positive about the future of the economy, but they are also becoming more concerned about national security. CivicScience data show that […]
Most Americans Have Low Trust in Government Leaders to Respond to Incidents Like...
Earlier this month, a Norfolk Southern freight train carrying a number of hazardous chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio. In the subsequent days, residents were evacuated from their homes while emergency crews conducted a controlled release and burn of vinyl chloride, butyl acrylate, and other toxic chemicals. The evacuation order has since been lifted, but […]
Which NBA Stars Are the Fan Favorites Ahead of the All-Star Game?
Last week’s NBA trade deadline scrambled the league’s balance of power, with major trades for stars like Kevin Durant, Mo Bamba, Kyrie Irving, Patrick Beverly, and more. After the significant reshuffling, the NBA’s best performers this season will ascend to Salt Lake City for the 2023 All-Star Weekend from February 17-19. CivicScience wanted to gauge […]