August 22nd is National Tooth Fairy Day: a day to celebrate all of the teeth lost, and money gained, from losing a tooth. However, not everyone may be celebrating today,...
Should You Keep or Toss a First Lost Tooth? Americans Weigh In
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In Honor of International Left Handers Day, These Traits Set Lefties Apart
August 13th is International Left-Handers Day. According to CivicScience data, 16% of Americans identify as lefties, compared to the 71% who say they’re right-handed and...
How Do You Operate Under Pressure? Americans Weigh In
Does pressure create diamonds? This old saying isn’t just a scientific fact, but an emotional truth for many Americans. Nearly half (45%) of Americans say they operate...
Alone Time: Like It or Avoid It? This is What the Data Says About You
Life in the 21st century often means that you never have to be alone. With social media and constantly evolving technology providing more opportunities to connect than...
The Majority of Americans Live in Their Home State. Here’s what the Data Show
Do you live in your home state? CivicScience data show that 65% of Americans born in the U.S. live in the same state, compared with 35% who do not. Demographic data show...
9% of Americans Do This to Impress a New Date
There are countless reasons to order takeout, and some may say they need no reason at all. But CivicScience data show that the top two reasons Americans order takeout from...
Have Three or More Retail Bank Accounts? Here’s What the Data Show
Banking in the 21st century is easier than ever before. With retail bank accounts (also known as personal or consumer bank accounts), individuals have the opportunity to...
Would You Take a Waiting Room Magazine? 28% of Americans Say ‘Yes’
We’ve all been there before–sitting in a waiting room, without anything to do. There, on the table, you might find a magazine to help pass the time. So what do you do when...
Americans Are Split On Their Favorite Junk Food
Like it or not, junk food is a substantial part of the American culinary experience. And with National Junk Food Day on July 21st, there is no better time to dive into...
Americans Prefer Their Ice Cream Sundaes With This Fruit
As temperatures across the U.S. have soared this summer, nothing is quite as satisfying as an ice cream sundae. And the beauty of a sundae is how each one can be so...
Sunglasses Inside: Lovely or Lame? Americans Feel Strongly About the Answer
During the summer, it’s common to wear sunglasses outside as a way to protect your eyes from the harsh rays of the sun. However, wearing sunglasses indoors is a different...
On National Mac and Cheese Day, Here Are Americans’ Favorite Add-Ins
July 14th is National Mac and Cheese Day. As one of America’s favorite side dishes, it only seems fitting to honor the creamy classic with a day of its own. However, the...
America’s Favorite French Fry Dipping Sauce is Unrivaled in Popularity
June 10th is National French Fry Day! As a classic fast-food snack, fries are practically everywhere you look. While fries may be ubiquitous, preferred dipping sauces vary...
Play Video Games? Here’s What the Data Says About You
Video games have been a form of entertainment for decades. And during that time, those who play video games have developed a reputation for the way they move through the...
Rock and Roll: Alive and Well or a Genre of the Past? Here’s What the Data Show
July 7th is the National Day of Rock and Roll. This music genre, which debuted in the 1950s, captivated audiences for decades. But in 2026, has the music run its course, or is...
Neighborhood Fireworks: Yay or Nay? Americans Weigh In
The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and with it come the typical activities: cookouts, parades, and, yes, fireworks. While many Americans attend large-scale...
Do You Know Who Delivers Your Mail? 24% of Americans Say ‘Yes’
Do you know who delivers your mail? July 1st is National Postal Worker Day, which means it’s the perfect time to show some appreciation to your mail carrier. However, most...
Potato Salad Fans Stand Out Beyond the Cookout
Summertime is prime time for cookouts, picnics, and backyard barbeques–culinary events that often lean on an abundance of sides. And while salads can be eaten year-round,...
On Coconut Day, Americans Are Divided On the Subject of Coconut Milk
June 26th is Coconut Day–an opportunity to celebrate a tropical fruit that comes in many forms. Among those forms is coconut milk: an ingredient known for its adaptability across...
Is Perfect Skin a Beauty Myth? Americans Weigh In
In recent years, the idea of perfect skin has taken the beauty world by storm. There are countless serums, creams, and toners designed to provide a smooth, flawless finish. But,...