HOW AMERICANS DEFINE THEMSELVES

Americans derive a stronger source of identity from their relationships than their religion, political party or race

Percent of Americans who say each item is very or extremely important

71%

Role as a parent

69%

Role as a spouse or partner

43%

Religion

37%

Career

30%

Community

29%

Race

28%

Political party

40

0

80

Note: Numbers will not add up to 100% as responders could choose multiple options.

SOURCE: 2018 AMERICAN FAMILY SURVEY

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