Some people say that it is better for America if different racial and ethnic groups maintain their distinct cultures. Others say that it is better if groups change so that they blend into the larger society as in the idea of a melting pot. Here is a card with a scale from 1 to 7. Think of a score of 1 as meaning that racial and ethnic groups should maintain their distinct cultures, and a score of 7 as meaning that groups should change so that they blend into the larger society. What score between 1 and 7 comes closest to the way you feel? (CIRCLE ONE): A. Should it be up to the government to help racial and ethnic groups maintain their distinct cultures, or should this be left up to the groups themselves?
Government role in maintaining distinct cultures · Asked in 1 wave, 1994 · 465 responses · weighted estimates computed from individual responses
| Group | Govt to help | Left up to groups | n | MoE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All respondents | 10% | 90% | 465 | ±5 | |
| Democrats | 10% | 90% | 177 | ±8 | |
| Independents (incl. leaners) | 8% | 92% | 153 | ±9 | |
| Republicans |
General Social Survey 1994 · US adults 18+ living in households (English, and Spanish since 2006). Shares of people who gave an answer. n is unweighted; ± is the 95% margin of error at 50% from the weighted effective sample. Groups with an effective sample under 50 are grayed; under 20, hidden.
| Poll | Field dates | Mode | Respondents | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Social Survey 1994 | 1994-01-04 to 1994-06-29 | face to face | 2,992 | 465 |
| 9% |
| 91% |
| 113 |
| ±11 |