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