california. Thank Writer Blurt John answered Families in the second-lowest fifth experienced a 39% loss (from $32,100 in 2007 to $19,500 in 2016). A majority of adults say that being white helps peoples ability to get ahead in the country at least a little (59%); 28% say being white neither helps nor hurts and 12% say it hurts. That sounds wrong and just too simple. Across income groups, U.S. adults are about equally likely to say there is too much economic inequality. For example, 53% of whites with a bachelors degree or more education say blacks are treated less fairly when applying for a loan or mortgage, compared with 34% of whites with some college experience and 26% of those with a high school diploma or less. one, anywhere, is being taught that there are 52 states in the The 51st state is a common phrase used in politics that is applied to external territories as well as parts of existing states which would be admitted as separate states. Hawaii joined the Union on this day in 1959, an act that remains historically significant but not without controversy. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Why do some people think that US has 52 States? Guam. The State of Jefferson would be our 52nd state, the 51st being the now-aborning North Colorado. For example if some they allowed us to sell Hawii to the UK it would not longer be a state. By Weblord | 1 September, 2017 | Categories: Travel & Tourism, U.S. & United Kingdom | Tags: 50 states, state facts. Americans seem to realize that the United States The last was added in 1960. Majorities of black adults say blacks are treated less fairly on all the items. Black Democrats are even more likely than white Democrats to say the country still has work to do: 82% say it hasnt gone far enough in giving black people equal rights with whites. In the other G7 nations, the Gini ranged from 0.326 in France to 0.392 in the UK. Oh if Quebec were to gain independence what would happen to the other Canadian states? 17)Kentuckey There are 51 stars on the flag. WebThe assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963 spawned numerous conspiracy theories. Since 1912 the US hasn't had any main land territories of note but for much of US history we had States and Federal Territories. (admitted) Minnesota Territory (part) (admitted) Oklahoma Territory and Indian Territory Among those who say the country still has work to do, most think there will eventually be racial equality, but views on the countrys racial progress so far and in the future vary considerably across racial and ethnic groups. Our survey found, for instance, that occasional voters were slightly We also used previously published data points from Pew Research Center surveys and analyses of outside data. I used to think that, that was just some made up information trolling the internet but I am confident in my memory and no one can convince me that there are 50 states. Im 54 years old. More than eight-in-ten say slavery affects the position of black people at least a fair amount, including 59% who say it does so a great deal. In turn, white Republicans are more likely than white Democrats to point to family instability, lack of good role models and a lack of motivation to work hard. 12)Idaho 12)Idaho 43 Idaho July 3, 1890 10 Virginia June 25, 1788[8] Over the last 15 months, weve traveled to every corner of the United States. 13 Rhode Island May 29, 1790[8] Hawaii didnt want to be a state either. Because you cannot count? Washington, 51. In 2019, according to a survey conducted by Gallup, about 64 percent of Americans believed that there was more crime in the U.S. than there was a year ago. Black Democrats are more likely than their white counterparts to say this is the case in hiring, pay and promotions (86% of black Democrats say black people are treated less fairly), when applying for a loan or mortgage (78%), in stores or restaurants (73%), and when seeking medical treatment (61%). Among whites, education and partisanship are linked to perceptions of white advantage. Puerto Rico in 2012 had a non binding vote on statehood which they voted for, but nothing happened from it. Louisiana, 19. Arizona, 4. I been discremate this is not fair what the people work for the vancouver art gallery. From 2007 to 2016, the median net worth of the top 20% increased 13%, to $1.2 million. Tidbit extra here, Texas is actually a republic unto itself and was voted in a state, but its actually its own republic as written in law. WebTaxes and Registration fees: Out of state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title service fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. Opinions are more mixed when it comes to what impact, if any, being Asian or Native American has. (admitted) Republic of Texas Baker Island. Wyoming, 52. And for Gods sake if you still trust Google/CIA as a reference then you need to wake up and drink more coffee. Yes, I agree- I grew up learning there were 52 states- Puerto Rico was one, cant remember the other. Make sure to familiarize yourself with our rules and guidelines before participating. 27)Nebraska Ive now been in 57 states? 34)North Dakota There have been few surprises this past month in how Donald Trump has dealt with the reality of his electoral defeat. West Virginia, 50. I was told 52 cards in a deck there are 52 states in USA. Why do I think Rich people are cursed? They are (in order of when they joined the Union): 1. (ratified) Crown Colony of North Carolina Currently you have JavaScript disabled. WebThis is a life condition and this depends upon the circumstances to which a person is exposed. Did President Obama once say there were 57 states? It is honestly basic history. For example, would you believe there is 200 different countries in the world? There are 50 US States. We don't get to vote though - we're just a colony. About Pew Research Center Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. Texas entered the nation as a state that legalized slavery, and seceded from it 15 years later as part of the Confederate States of America. I was just reading in Gary Barlow's autobiography (don't laugh, it's quite good actually. Hispanics have similar views to whites when it comes to how blacks are treated by police (65% of Hispanics say blacks are treated less fairly than whites) and the criminal justice system (64% say blacks are treated less fairly). People have some strange ideas about the USA. Next speech he will explain the 81 million votes." It also was not a city until 1973, as it did not have a city government. About four-in-ten white Republicans say blacks are treated less fairly by the police (43%) and the criminal justice system (39%), compared with 88% and 86% of white Democrats, respectively. Registered in England. North America. (admitted) Colorado Territory Massachusetts, 20. Perhaps these memories are getting reversed or replacing one another. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 80698357. they wanna destroy Take free online courses at your own pace and earn personalized certificates. 5)California Dispute that. 14)Indiana Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World, Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, Pew Research Center survey conducted in September 2019. The black-white income gap in the U.S. has persisted over time. Theres too much oil to for us to leave without some resistance from the rest of the US. I thought, I was taught at school that there are 51 states. A rational exploration into the phenomenon. Its because Washington D.C isnt counted because it is the nations capital. 45)Vermont First off we never had 52 states officially. 26 Michigan January 26, 1837[28] About two-thirds of Americans say that blacks are treated less fairly than whites in dealing with the police (67%) and by the criminal justice system (65%). Why do some people think that US has 52 States? 9)Florida 8)Delaware Washington D.C. is a federal district under the authority of Congress. More than four-in-ten Americans say the country still has work to do to give black people equal rights with whites. He said there are 52 states! However, How do For the top 5%, it increased by 4%, to $4.8 million. I already know there are 50 states, but friends decided to argue with me that there were 50 states plus Hawaii and Alaska making 52, but that just means they've counted those states twice so they don't have a clue what the original 50 are. I've never personally heard anyone say that there are 52 US states but I have heard Puerto Rico called the 51st state especially when they tried to join a couple of In 2017, the U.S. had a Gini coefficient of 0.434. Alaska became the 49th State earlier the same year1/3/59. More also say that being Hispanic hurts peoples ability to get ahead in this country (51%) than say it helps (18%) or that it neither helps nor hurts (30%). From 1970 to 2018, the median middle-class income increased from $58,100 to $86,600, a gain of 49%. Who is Katy mixon body double eastbound and down season 1 finale? When Dr. Joel Selway lost his mother when he was 12 years old, he also lost a tie to his Thai ancestry. The Gadsen Purchase, (admitted) Montana Territory I am a very critical thinker, professionally trained Philospher, and believe there are many different kwaaazy truths being hid from the American people, e.g. 37)Oregon Washington DC is not one of the 50 states. Unincorporated, unorganized territory I dont want her son to get a bad grade on account everyone has a different answer. The last was added in 1960. 18 Louisiana April 30, 1812[21] Its a sign that my numeracy is getting a little, uh, But Trumps new tweet is only partly true. Each one is represented by a star on the flag of the United States. What is are the functions of diverse organisms? Before we lose some more, OR MORE THAN JUST, STARS! Washington DC is represented in Congress by an elected, nonvoting Delegate to the House of Representatives and residents have been able to vote in Presidential elections since 1961. 1. I understand I said there were 57 states today. (ratified) Crown Colony of New York Fewer than half of Hispanics (46%) say this, while higher shares of Asians (59%) and whites and blacks (52% each) say the same. arkansas. Answer alabama. There are 50 states plus Washington D.C. Oklahoma, 36. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. 19 Indiana December 11, 1816 2000 to Congress to set forth the process for Puerto Rico to be admitted as a state of the Union, asking for Congress to vote on ratifying Puerto Rico as the 51st state. (admitted) Virginia (nine counties in its District of Kentucky[d]) Got this from a group of Australians once who tried to argue with me about how many states *my* country has. I explained that it was the lower 48 p There were some questions about Goldwater back in the day (he was born in Arizona when Arizona was just a territory), and about George Romney and John McCain being born in Mexico and the Panama Canal Zone respectively. Stars & stripes forever The 50 white stars (50 since July 4, 1960) stand for the 50 states of the union. People who are socially isolated tend to have more religious faith, perhaps allowing them to feel theyre not truly alone. Guide to American Independence Day (Fourth of July). 30 Wisconsin May 29, 1848[29] Kentucky, 17. The public is more split on whether blacks are treated less fairly than whites or about equally when it comes to hiring, pay and promotions, applying for a loan or mortgage, or in stores or restaurants. AMERICA admitted Alaska and Hawaii as its 49th and 50th states in 1959. Blacks, in particular, are skeptical that black people will ever have equal rights in this country. [484] By early September, there were over 600 federal defendants, 10% of whom had pleaded guilty, [485] and hundreds more arrests expected to come. 24 Missouri August 10, 1821[26] 10)Georgia 20)Maryland There have been 50 states since I was born in 1964 and that hasnt changed. Michael Martin Posted on September 17, 2018. Minor nitpick: they didn't vote for statehood in 2012. What are the 52 states of America as stated on the flag? 4)Arkansas South Dakota, 43. 42)Tenneesse Make Ford. state. What the data says about gun deaths in the U.S. 51 is what makes up the us cluster of states. Wyoming, 52. Maryland 8. Feel free to submit interesting articles, tell us about this cool book you just read, or start a discussion about who everyone's favorite figure of minor French nobility is! The United States has built a new Embassy in London! Eisenhower then signed a proclamation naming Hawaii as the 50th state on August 21, 1959. Reuters reported on Obamas slip the day it happened. I went to travel school in 1996. 49)Wisconsin Among whites, 18- to 29-year-olds are the most likely to say slavery still has an impact today. Walker said it on the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show, one of those weird wingnut On Friday, President Trump railed against the Fake News Media on Twitter, claiming that President Obama once said there were 57 states in the U.S. When President Obama said that he has been to 57 States, very little mention in Fake News Media. Also also a nor Hawaii chose to be a state in an.election. Why do people think that there are 52 states in America? I always thought it was because people get confused with there being 52 cards in a deck of playing cards. But its an important part of the U.S. For the miniscule amount of independence they have, the other 4 members of the '5 eyes', Canada, Australia, UK and New Zealand might as well be an extra 4 states of the United States. 14 Vermont March 4, 1791[15] I'm pretty sure Ohio isn't a legitimate state. Now why do I think that there are only 50 states in the US? In 2020, 11,654 people died in alcohol-impaired driving traffic deaths a 14% increase from 2019. 23 Maine March 15, 1820[25] The political status of Puerto Rico is that of an unincorporated territory of the United States. According to a 2018 study, people who believe in conspiracy theories tend to show personality traits and characteristics such as: paranoid or suspicious thinking. It seems to me that I have a fuzzy memory of 51, but perhaps because of some of the reasons I explain in the possible explanations. (admitted) Dakota Territory (part) Americans generally think being white is an advantage in society, while about half or more say being black or Hispanic hurts peoples ability to get ahead. In all other situations asked about, the views of Hispanics fall between those of whites and blacks. (The median wealth of the poorest 20% is either zero or negative in most years we examined.). History had to be your worst subject! Would have thought a writer the standard of stephen king would know how many states there were at the time? I preety sure shes right but people sometime say 52 for sum reason . 25)Missouri Among white Republicans, about half (53%) say its been about right, while a sizable minority (31% vs. 5% of white Democrats) say the country has gone too far. 8 South Carolina May 23, 1788[8] P is also fairly rare among the 50, as it appears in only three state names Pennsylvania, Mississippi, and New Hampshire. No one is being taught that there are 52 states in the The other four are Commonwealths. White Democrats are more likely than black Democrats to say whites have an advantage (78% vs. 71%). California 6. Source: am from Michigan. Blacks are more likely than other racial or ethnic groups to say being black hurts a lot: 42% say this vs. a third or fewer among Asians, whites and Hispanics. I dont recall the names New Brunswick or New Scotia like one writer suggested, nor do I remember any state shapes or the general US shape being different on a map. So some of you might be thinking 50+2 for that reason when really its 48+2. I think it is this combined with /u/Notathrowaway211's idea of there being two 'extra' states (Hawaii and Alaska). (admitted) Mississippi Territory 47)Washington Among Democrats, the reverse is true: 93% at upper-income levels say there is too much inequality, compared with 65% of lower-income Democrats. There has never been 52 states. I knew for a fact I layed it on the kitchen table. Other U.S. government agencies work with the United Kingdom, some with offices in the Embassy and some throughout the country. So are their claims true? As with other assertions Trump has made about the media, its inaccurate to say that Obamas blooper was ignored by the press. 23)Minnesota There are, in fact, 50 states in the United States, not 52. I tried fighting back telling them the 51st State is a hypothetical thing which could happen in future but they wern't having any of it. Among blacks, 76% of those with a bachelors degree or more education say being white helps a lot, compared with 61% of those with some college and 49% of those with a high school diploma or less education (a majority in this group 57% says being white helps at least a little). Nevada, 32. The USA also has a number of unincorporatedterritories. because America has commonwealths (Puerto Rico) and some people consider them states but they really By 2016, the top 5% held 248 times as much wealth at the median. The biggest monopolies in this country are the corporations and they are conspiring with the Local government is run by a mayor and 13 member city council. (admitted) Dakota Territory (part) Anthropologists have shown for many years now that there is no biological reality to human race. Where are you people getting this nonsense? Answer by danthony : Submitted on 9/9/2004: Rating: Not yet rated: actually i think you'll find there are 52 states. Only 7% of white Republicans say blacks are treated less fairly when voting in elections, but a majority of white Democrats (60%) say the same. 16)Kansas The Constitution dictates that the federal district be under the jurisdiction of the US Congress. Meanwhile, whites who say being black hurts a persons ability to get ahead are more likely than blacks to cite family instability (50% vs. 42%, respectively) and a lack of good role models (45% vs. 31%) as major obstacles. 39[h] North Dakota November 2, 1889[38][i] Florida 10. /r/History is a place for discussions about history. 26)Montana By time we the (class) came back we asked about the flag.. they teachers and principal that were so proud of this flag maybe for months before looked at us like we were crazy, 1)Alabama Age differences are less evident among blacks. 42)Tenneesse The founding fathers signed the Constitution in @IngrahamAngle, Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 15, 2018. Rhode Island See my website. New Mexico, 35. Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World, Next: 3. (admitted) Iowa Territory (part) increase time by time. The District of Columbia is our nations capital. Much of that belief is based on what we had known to be the building blocks of life on Earth. No one is being taught that there are 52 states in the USA. The About a quarter (26%) say being black neither helps nor hurts and 17% say it helps at least a little. George Conway, the husband of Trump adviser Kellyanne Conway, smacked back at Trump over his tweet, suggesting the president was out of his depth: Needless to say, theres a huge difference between an isolated slip of the tongue and ceaseless, shameless, and witless prevarication on virtually all topics, large and small, wrote Conway. (admitted) Washington Territory There may be the false impression that the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and Washington DC are States. Anyone thinking there were ever more than 50 states, please show us your report cards lmao. 7 Maryland April 28, 1788[8] I specifically remember that there are 52 states in the USA because I took a test and I remember the teacher kept telling us dont forget to count Alaska and Hawaii which made it 52 states. But I dont remember: Hey, whats changed about the map! Or What happended to such and such a place? Get my point? I don't know of any Americans, or many people of many other countries, who are confused by this, let alone common. 2 possibilities: 1. They think 5 American Samoa. I too have a great memory and one day I was looking for my wallet. Been that way since Hawaii joined the union. Younger whites, especially those younger than 30, also tend to be more likely to see inequality in the way blacks are treated. Connecticut, 8. WebFord : F-350 XLT 1997 ford f 350 xlt 7.3 l powerstroke crew cab 4 x 4 only 66 k actual miles. As such, the island of Puerto Rico is neither a sovereign nation nor a U.S. state. Among Republicans and those who lean toward the GOP, 41% say there is too much inequality in the U.S., compared with 78% of Democrats and Democratic leaners, a Pew Research Center survey conducted in September 2019 found. 21 Illinois December 3, 1818[23] This is an example of how a 51-star flag might look. I think one left to go. The wealth gap between Americas richest and poorer families more than doubled from 1989 to 2016, according to a recent analysis by the Center. After 20 minutes of looking I reached in my pocket and pulled it out. Women are more likely than men to say that being a woman hurts a persons ability to get ahead (58% vs. 43%) and that being a man helps (72% vs. 59%). Remember Hawaii 5-0. the 50th State, In 1959. 9:17a Year 3 of a U.S. presidents term is bullish for stocks, but 2023s gain is probably over by now (admitted) Wisconsin Territory (part) Florida, 10. My input on this is that I do clearly remember 52 as do many other people: however, this may be a mistaken memory since if I was really from a different timeline or universe or what have you, I would also remember the names of those other states and how the geographical maps would look wrong to my eyes, and they dont. Both joined in 1959. If youd like to join in, please sign in or register. Globally, the Gini ranges from lows of about 0.25 in some Eastern European countries to highs of 0.5 to 0.6 in countries in southern Africa, according to World Bank estimates. Unincorporated, organized territory About six-in-ten U.S. adults say the legacy of slavery affects the position of black people in American society today either a great deal (31%) or a fair amount (32%). Congress established the federal district from land belonging to the states of Maryland and Virginia in 1790. There are only 50 Fifty states and the District of Columbia. They play a role in our lives, histories, and futures. There are, of course, other systemic reasons why some people might vote more inconsistently. (ratified) Crown Colony of New Jersey Among whites, blacks and Hispanics, those with at least a bachelors degree are more likely than those with less education to say race hurts blacks ability to get ahead. WebWhy Do People Think There Are 52 States In America? But shortly before his mission he came across an old book about learning Thai, and something sparked inside of him. Yes Hawaii was the last to join in 1959. Why does Gary Soto's work seem autobiographical? New York, 29. Still not convinced? What we call race are social categories. (admitted) Arizona Territory 30)New Jersey This is an old complaint, but one that many believe has been remedied by court Erin Schaff for The New York Times. 2022 Jun 1-20. There are 48 contiguous states, plus Alaska located in the far northwestern part of North America and Hawaii located in the mid-Pacific.How Many States are in the United States. I feel safe to assume that this is where most Mandela effects come from; An important person making a speech with misinformation or flat out wrong information and people gobbling it up with resources to mark their correctness and the importance of said person overriding proper recall because Who Are You?!. Blacks and whites dont see eye to eye on many of these items. In other situations, the gaps are even wider. These gender gaps are particularly pronounced among whites. First, Americans don't believe Biden is the rightful president. Guam. In 2020, there were 11,654 people killed in these preventable crashes. The latest U.S. Census findings on the increasing diversity of America have received considerable attention this year. Why? Press J to jump to the feed. More than half (56%) of Americans say being black hurts peoples ability to get ahead at least a little. 29 Iowa December 28, 1846 I dont know because one of my teachers say 50 and one of them say 52 I do not know who is right. 1615 L St. NW, Suite 800Washington, DC 20036USA The third user wrote, "Joe Biden said he's been
