Serious sociopolitical issues in the U.S (Essay Sample)

From your personal perspective, situated here in the US, what are the most serious current sociopolitical issues in need of immediate address/action? (list only)
How is the general public informed about important social, economic and political matters? (list only)
What media are their primary sources of information? Consider: age/generational differences, regional/geocultural differences, socioeconomic differences.
Regardless of choice of information medium/media, are most members of the US public well and accurately informed about the issues that directly affect their lives?

Explain/illustrate your view by citing from your own experience, observation, or education. (full discussion)
What are your primary sources of information on important social, economic and political matters? (list only)