Economic Growth
Fewer American people are middle class than 50 years ago. What has happened?
The share of adults in America living in middle-class households fell from 61% in 1971 to 50% in 2021, Pew Research Center analysis of government data says
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Youth Perspectives
In which key areas do US adults think life is harder for younger generations?
The majority of Americans believe young adults have a harder time than their parents' generation in key areas like saving for the future or buying a home.
Health and Healthcare Systems
Class of '20: How COVID-19 hit graduate employment in the U.S.
A Pew Research Center analysis of data from 2020 shows that young people have experienced a decrease in employment and labor force participation due to COVID-19.