census
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In his medical research, Hayes-Bautista has studied every census since the first one, in 1790.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026
The first census counted about 3.9 million people in 1790—slightly more than now live in Los Angeles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026
Researchers calculated what could happen if every newborn child in high-poverty census tracts received seed money in the accounts but made no extra contributions over 18 years.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
Only about 10% of homes are considered “aging-ready,” meaning they have a step-free entry and bedroom and accessible full bathroom on the first floor, according to a 2020 census report.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026
The collection of presents was growing and the guest list, if there had been one, was a little like a census.
From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck
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