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Time Machine: Auto Industry
For over a century, the American auto industry has shaped how people live, travel, and connect. But, behind the freedom of the open road is a story of change driven by safety concerns, environmental goals, and public demand. From seat belts to electric vehicles, what Americans expect from their cars has evolved. This transformation is […]
Time Machine: Labor Unions
In any political debate, you’ll hear candidates express support for unions, labeling them as the cornerstone of American labor and manufacturing. But how important are unions nowadays and how many union members are left? If fewer than 10% of Americans were members of a union in 2024, then why are unions still such a contentious […]
Time Machine: Flu Shots
For more than six decades, the flu shot has been a key tool in protecting public health in the United States. What started as a limited campaign to vaccinate high-risk populations has grown into a yearly ritual for millions of Americans. Behind every injection is a story of shifting public opinion, policy decisions, and medical […]
Time Machine: Winter Olympics
Every four years, the Winter Olympics return with a blend of athletic spectacle, global politics, and national pride. But heading into Milan–Cortina 2026, something unusual is happening: enthusiasm is higher now than in the past few games, summer and winter. New MRI-Simmons data shows 54% of Americans say they’re fans of the Winter Games — […]
Time Machine: Higher Ed
For much of modern American history, college has been more than an educational path. It has been a symbol of opportunity, mobility, and the American Dream. But heading into the mid-2020s, something striking is happening: confidence in the value of higher education is no longer a given. Where a college degree was once widely seen […]
Time Machine: The American Dream
The American Dream has long been a guiding idea in the United States, the belief that hard work can lead to a better life. People have imagined owning a home, having a steady job, and helping their children do better than they did. But, how have attitudes toward the Dream changed over time? Let’s step […]
Time Machine: Iran from the American Perspective
For most of the last century of American history, public opinion on Iran has been shaped by moments of crisis, conflict, and perceived threat. Today, with the United States at war with Iran, those long-standing attitudes are once again being measured, but the roots of American skepticism stretch back decades. In the early years of […]
Time Machine: Buckling Up
Today, putting on a seat belt feels automatic. Most people get into a car and buckle up without really thinking about it, but that was not always the case. For years, seat belts were not treated as a normal part of driving. Many Americans saw them as uncomfortable, unnecessary, or as another rule being pushed […]