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Do you support banning phones in schools? A new poll suggests 77% of adults are now in favor of a classroom ban

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Public support for banning phones in classrooms has surged dramatically, with a new Pew Research Center poll showing 77% of adults now backing a classroom ban, up from just 36% two years ago. Research from Florida and a nationwide study of 40,000 schools suggest bans reduce suspensions and improve student well-being, though effects on test scores are mixed. Some parents oppose bans over safety concerns.

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