Black adults
Coverage of Black adults in the Nexus archive.
- Who flies the American flag for holidays — and who never flies one, according to an AP-NORC poll
An AP-NORC poll reveals that Republicans and older white adults are more likely to fly the American flag, while younger Democrats and Black adults are less likely to do so. The flag is viewed as both unifying and divisive, with Black Americans often associating it with exclusion. The survey highlights deep divisions in how Americans perceive the nation's history and identity.
- Nearly half of adults struggled to afford healthcare last year, survey finds
A survey of 10,000 U.S. adults found 46% struggled to afford healthcare in 2025, with 60% of uninsured adults reporting affordability challenges. Disparities were noted among people with disabilities, Black and Hispanic adults, and those with chronic health conditions, while regions with limited Medicaid expansion, like the South, saw higher rates of affordability issues.