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How the U.S. government measures race has changed substantially since censuses began in 1790. Today, Americans differ on whether the government should ask about race.

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Questions about sexual orientation, gender identity and changes to queries about race and ethnicity are on track to be asked in the most comprehensive survey of American life by 2027, U.S. Census ...

The U.S. Census Bureau is now testing sexual orientation and gender identity questions on its American Community Survey. It received approval from the White House's Office of Management and Budget to ...

A new measurement tool eliminates the inaccuracies that have plagued data about housing supply, helping governments more clearly understand how housing policies are impacting local needs.

The U.S. Census Bureau has sought permission to delete questions about gender identity from its monthly survey. The agency ...