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Who is ‘working class?’ Pew Research Center unveils surprising survey results
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· September 2, 2026
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Key points The Pew Research Center found that this label is claimed by 60% of adults. The Pew Research Center's findings provide insight into how people perceive themselves.
A significant portion of adults identify with a particular socioeconomic group. The Pew Research Center found that this label is claimed by 60% of adults.
Education and income levels do not appear to be major factors in this identification. Many of those who claim this label have bachelor's degrees and higher incomes.
Further information on this survey is available, including breakdowns of how people define this term. The Pew Research Center's findings provide insight into how people perceive themselves.
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Category: schools Published: September 2, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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