Social issues have taken the main stage in public and professional discourse. Employees care more now that their company engages in conversations about current events, placing a significantly higher ...

Two women hug during a remembrance ceremony outside of City Hall on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in Highland Park, Ill. Taking a tough-on-crime stance, whether on the campaign trail or filing legislation, ...

We see it every day—people across the globe are more polarized than ever. We're increasingly divided on important social issues, from climate change and the economy to racial justice and gender ...

As American society has grown more divided, that rift has seeped into corporate culture. Businesses today are scrutinized for their political positions as much as for their goods and services. This ...

It wasn’t last week’s biggest news, but Gallup generated headlines with a poll revealing social conservatism rising to its highest level in a decade. The number of Americans claiming to be ...

Consumers seek to engage with brands that stand for something meaningful. This approach appeals to emotions, creating a sense of trust and admiration for your brand. In a recent LinkedIn poll of mine, ...

From posting hashtags to finding like-minded communities, social media has transformed where, when and how people engage with civic and political activities. This chapter uses survey data to explore ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has outlined a series of upgrades to its services in a letter to Congress, reporting faster payments, shorter wait times and a reduction in its disability ...

“The war against ‘woke capitalism’ is coming to the EU.” The headlines screaming about a war on so-called “woke capitalism” are difficult to avoid. They reflect what is now a powerful counter-movement ...

Republicans across the country are pursuing legislation cracking down on social issues. A new NPR poll indicates the GOP risks being out of step with voters. Across the country, Republican lawmakers ...

Over the last few weeks, a familiar polarization took over Iowa City residents. On March 4, voters hit the polls, ready to vote for the open Iowa City City Council chair. Regardless of the winner, the ...