Republicans Lead Senate Races in Alabama, Kentucky and Texas, With South Carolina Tied
Polling underscores roadblocks to a filibuster-proof majority for Democrats
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Majority of NFL, College Football Fans Don’t Believe 2020 Seasons Should Begin as Scheduled
Plus, 1 in 4 MLB fans say league should cancel season immediately amid COVID-19 outbreaks
As Trump Suggests Postponing the Election, Polling Shows the Idea Is Even Less Popular Than It Was Months Ago
Most still back mail-in voting amid the pandemic, but preference for an in-person election has grown
When Will Consumers Feel Safe? Weekly Updates on Consumers’ Comfort Level With Various Pastimes
Aug. 4 update: Comfort levels stagnate for sixth week in a row
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The Supreme Court Is Becoming More Important for Democratic Voters
Democrats now more likely than GOP to say the court is a ‘very important’ factor in voting choice
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Analysis: Unemployment Insurance Hasn’t Disincentivized Workers From Re-entering the Job Market
With the expiration of $600 per week unemployment insurance benefits, 5.4 million Americans will struggle to pay their bills by the end of this month, Morning Consult economist John Leer writes.
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Analysis: How COVID-19 Has Changed Consumer Confidence in All 50 States
Tracking how consumer perceptions have shifted in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak
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Facebook Boycott Had Little Impact on Consumers’ Views, Purchasing Intentions of Participating Brands
But over one-third think Facebook needs to improve its content moderation
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Free Streaming Services Have Plenty of Options, but Consumers Get More Programming With Subscription Services
Paid services offer consumers more than twice the number of movies, TV shows
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With Privacy Shield Data Pact Nullified, Ex-Commerce Officials Suggest Ways U.S. and E.U. Can Craft a New Deal
Proposals include stronger redress powers for non-U.S. citizens or a more independent oversight position