5qdeleted

5qdeleted is a term that refers to the removal of a specific set of 5Qs from the United States Census. The 5Qs are questions that ask about the respondent's race, ethnicity, ancestry, and citizenship status. These questions were included in the census from 1940 to 2020, but were removed for the 2020 census due to concerns about privacy and potential discrimination.

The removal of the 5Qs has been a topic of debate among researchers, policymakers, and the public. Some argue that the questions are important for understanding demographic trends and allocating resources. Others contend that the questions could lead to self-censoring or discrimination, and that the information can be gathered through other means.

The decision to remove the 5Qs was made by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in response to a court order. The OMB argued that the questions were overly broad and could lead to inaccurate data. The removal of the 5Qs has been criticized by some as an attempt to suppress minority populations.

The 5Qs will not be included in the 2020 census, but they will be included in the American Community Survey, which is a separate survey conducted by the Census Bureau. The American Community Survey is conducted annually and provides more detailed information about the population.