The Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan think tank that conducts public opinion polling and data-driven research on various social and political issues, including those related to space. While not directly involved in space operations, they play a key role in gauging public attitudes towards space exploration, NASA's priorities, and the impact of private space companies. Their surveys explore topics like the importance of U.S. leadership in space, views on space tourism, and concerns about space debris, providing valuable insights to policymakers, space agencies, and the industry.
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The 2023-07-20 Pew Research Center poll found that 60% of respondents said planetary defense should be a top priority for NASA.