More Now View the Economy as Unfair, Especially to Minorities
Voters increasingly see the U.S. economy as being unfair, and think it is especially unfair to blacks and Hispanics.
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January 24, 2022
November 12, 2021
82% Worry Supply-Chain Problems Could Cause Shortages
As the supply-chain crisis continues, an overwhelming majority of voters are worried about potential shortages of basic supplies, and most think President Joe Biden’s administration is not doing enough about the problem.
October 21, 2021
Inflation: Most Americans Expect Grocery Prices to Keep Rising
More than half of Americans say rising grocery prices have changed the way they eat, and they expect to pay even more in the future.
October 14, 2021
Americans Concerned About Supply Chain Crisis, Expect Federal Action
Problems affecting the U.S. supply chain have a majority of Americans concerned, as they are already noticing shortages in stores, and they expect the federal government to take action to solve the crisis.
October 1, 2021
Most Americans Don’t Want Electric Cars
Despite all the talk about “green” technology as a way to fight climate change, most Americans don’t think electric vehicles are practical now and don’t expect them to replace gasoline-powered cars soon.
September 20, 2021
Americans More Pessimistic About Economic Future
Fewer than one-third of Americans now expect a stronger economy a year from now, and nearly half think it will be worse.
May 12, 2021
Inflation: Most Americans Are Concerned, Expect Grocery Prices to Keep Rising
Concerns about inflation are widespread, as Americans see higher prices for groceries and expect even higher prices in the future.
April 30, 2021
By More Than 3-to-1 Margin, Voters Say Capitalism Is Better Than Socialism
Despite all the criticism capitalism has endured in recent years, American voters still overwhelmingly prefer it to socialism.
April 12, 2021
Most Americans Support Raising Minimum Wage, But Not to $15
Democrats in Congress want to raise the hourly minimum wage to $15, but while most Americans support increasing the minimum – currently $7.25 an hour – they balk at proposals to more than double it.
February 8, 2021
Americans More Pessimistic About Economic Future
More Americans are pessimistic about the future of the U.S. economy, and a majority don’t think today’s children will be better off than their parents.
April 7, 2020
Americans Doubt Government $$$ Can Counter Virus’ Economic Impact
Americans say government money is not the ultimate answer to the financial hardships brought on by the coronavirus. Most worry the government will run out of cash if the aid packages continue.
February 20, 2020
Voters Give Trump The Edge Over Obama For Improved Economy
Former President Obama took credit for the booming economy in a tweet earlier this week, but voters still tend to think President Trump deserves more of the credit.
January 3, 2020
Voters Trust Trump On Economy More Than Congress But Not Themselves
Voters trust President Trump more than the average member of Congress or the average reporter when it comes to the economy, but most continue to trust themselves the most.
July 23, 2019
Americans Owe Less, Worry Less About Rising Interest Rates
Americans aren’t complaining as much about higher debt these days and are much less likely to see higher interest rates on the horizon.
May 29, 2019
Even Democrats Like Trump’s Plan to Put Costs in TV Drug Ads
Americans strongly support President Trump’s plan to require TV ads to list drug prices, and most think it’s likely to force down costs.
May 15, 2019
Many Fear Personal Fallout from U.S.-China Trade Spat
As President Trump continues fighting China over its unfair trade practices, Americans remain worried, and a sizable number fear that it will impact them personally.
May 14, 2019
Democrats Far More Likely Than Others to See Economic Trouble Ahead
Democrats running for the White House face a big obstacle in President Trump’s booming economy, but most adults in their party are banking on an economic downturn by next year.
April 25, 2019
Fed Earns Higher Marks, Voters Less Worried About Independence
President Trump continues to question the monetary moves of the Federal Reserve Board, but voters give the central bank its highest approval in years. They also suspect that the Fed is less independent of the president than it was during the Obama years.
December 6, 2018
Americans Worry Less About Growing Economic Reliance on the Internet
Online shopping is on the rise this holiday season, meaning more online credit card use than ever. But despite frequently reported hacking efforts, Americans are less concerned that their reliance on the internet puts the overall economy at risk.
December 5, 2018
Concerns Over Credit Card Spending Habits Rise
With holiday shopping in full swing once again, Americans continue to worry that people are spending beyond their means.
