StateoftheNation

America's Progress Report

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@HooverInst , @GeorgetownCEW , @nberpubs

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The US has the second largest economy in the world and one of the most productive workforces.

We track Economic Output and Productivity as key indicators of economic strength and long-term growth.

This thread highlights national trends: https://t.co/R6ov9WIlfn

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Productivity - Measured as the real gross domestic product (GDP) per hour worked, expressed in 2023 US dollars.

Explore the trend: https://t.co/d5l0INs0X5

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@Claudia_Sahm , @EconomicPolicy , @NiskanenCenter

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Work shapes economic opportunity, mobility, and long-term growth in the United States.

We track Employment-to-Population Ratio, Labor Force Participation Rate, and other measures as key indicators of work and labor force.

Learn more: https://t.co/AGjHkAlR0x

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Hourly Earnings Growth - Measured as the year-over-year growth rate of real average hourly earnings among those working, based on 2023 US dollars, private sector only.

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@PointsofLight , @_UnifyAmerica_ , @EricKlinenberg

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The U.S. has a long tradition of civic engagement, volunteering, and participation in community life. Social capital reflects the relationships that help communities thrive.

We track Volunteerism and Trust in Other People as key indicators.

Learn more: https://t.co/c2wFXgnjHM

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Trust in Other People - Measured as the percentage of adults reporting that other people can generally be trusted.

Explore the trend: https://t.co/xNr8UU18Jl

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@KetteringFdn , @CarnegieCorp , @uniteamerica

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The U.S. is a representative democracy—but its strength depends on both leaders and citizens.

We track key trends in citizenship and democracy using voter participation, belief in democracy, and polarization.

This thread breaks down the trends: https://t.co/jKkk1MG6TR

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Polarization: Measured as the percentage of people in each major political party (Democrats and Republicans) with a mostly or very unfavorable view of the other main party.

Explore the trend: https://t.co/2yE60rZvIc

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@WBG_Poverty , @CenterPovIneq , @WIL_inequality .

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Inequality reflects differences in income and wealth among groups across society. The State of the Nation Project’s Inequality topic measures income inequality and poverty.

This thread highlights long-term trends: https://t.co/htiXp3iOwn

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Poverty - Measured using the Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM) which measures income net of government taxes and transfer programs.

Explore the trend: https://t.co/5sm6l5cWGW