American families in an era of rapid change

At a time of significant economic, technological, and political change, Americans are assessing what these rapid shifts mean for them and their families. The 11th annual American Family Survey, a nationwide poll with 3,000 respondents, reveals a growing concern among Americans  about the toll of economic pressures on their families — particularly the cost of raising a child — and how this relates to fertility rates and attitudes toward marriage. This year’s survey also finds deepening partisan divides on views of birthright citizenship and immigration policies that separate families. When it comes to technology, the survey shows people are ambivalent about the impact of smartphones, AI, and social media on their family life, but the vast majority of Americans support greater restrictions on technology for minors, from online pornography and social media to smartphones in classrooms.

On November 14, Governance Studies at the Brookings Institution, the Wheatley Institute at Brigham Young University, and Deseret News will host an event to explore the findings of this year’s American Family Survey. Lead investigators Chris Karpowitz and Jeremy Pope will present key takeaways, followed by a panel discussion of how families are navigating today’s cultural and political trends.

This event will be open to attend in person or watch online. Online viewers can submit questions via e-mail to [email protected].