American culture has always honored the aspiration to live a “good life,” even as the definition of “good life” and the means of fulfilling it have evolved in tandem with cultural and technological change. These challenges are experienced in distinct ways by all demographics, and — with the 2026 midterm elections here — our public servants need to understand their concerns and craft policies accordingly.
Women in their 50s and beyond are the focus of a new report, “The Matriarchs,” by Independent Women. Our original polling reveals the spectrum of their views on working within and outside the home; caring for aging parents; helping adult children and grandchildren; planning for health needs and for retirement; and confronting social trends and political turmoil.
