Americans Remain a People Who Join

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As far back as Tocqueville, observers of life in this country have noted Americans’ proclivity for joining “voluntary associations.” Despite talk in recent years of people “bowling alone,” Americans continue to be joiners. A report released last month by AARP gives an indication of the kinds of organizations that appeal to men and women age 29-plus.

Religious organizations have far and away the broadest constituency, with 61 percent of women and 51 percent of men saying they belong to these.

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