A behind-the-scenes blog about research methods at Pew Research Center. For our latest findings, visit pewresearch.org. Among the tools that survey researchers use to gain a deeper understanding of ...

Ten years ago, our Supreme Court issued a standard set of voir dire questions. But, recognizing that fill-in-the-box questions may not assure a fair-minded jury, the court declared: Some open-ended ...

Gathering around a table and sharing a meal with others has long been a means of fulfillment. Eating is a biological need and connecting with others is a deeply rooted need. It’s no wonder that ...

While interviewers often assume they hold all the power during the interview process, candidates are increasingly asking more insightful questions to assess whether they should make a move to a new ...