Most Americans Say Core Freedoms Are Under Threat But Remain Central To U.S. Identity, Poll Finds

Source: International Business Times

Nearly half of those surveyed said freedom of speech is also under significant pressure, while smaller but notable shares pointed to concerns over religious freedom and gun rights. Only about one-third of Americans said voting rights face no threat at all. Getty Images Civil liberties remain a defining feature of American identity for most adults, even as a large share say key rights such as voting and free speech are facing growing threats in the current political environment shaped by domestic polarization and global instability.