Voters Veto Pelosi’s Idea of Letting 16-Year-Olds Vote
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told reporters last week that she’s always favored lowering the voting age to 16, but there’s very little voter support for that idea.
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March 19, 2019
March 13, 2019
Most Reject Democrats’ Debate Ban on Fox
Most voters think Democrats are wrong to bar Fox News from hosting any of their presidential candidate debates but don’t want President Trump to retaliate against pro-Democratic networks.
March 13, 2019
Voters Want Spending Cuts But Say They’re Unlikely
Voters still like the idea of across-the-board cuts in the federal budget but are increasingly pessimistic that big cuts are on the way - despite President Trump’s plan for a five-percent reduction in all non-defense discretionary spending.
March 11, 2019
Voters Think Democrats Have A Growing Anti-Semitism Problem
Voters rate anti-Semitism as an increasingly serious problem in America today and see it on the rise among Democrats.
March 7, 2019
Most Agree Some in Congress Hate America
Talk about the enemy within – voters think it’s Congress.
March 6, 2019
Most Think U.S. Should Legalize Pot
A bill has been introduced in the U.S. Senate that would legalize marijuana nationally, and most voters like the idea.
February 28, 2019
Most Voters Say Improving Infrastructure is Important for U.S. Economy, Future Generations
To most voters, improving the country’s infrastructure is crucial for the future of the economy and the quality of life.
February 26, 2019
Most Democrats Still Prefer ‘Fresh Face’ As 2020 Nominee
Bernie Sanders who unsuccessfully sought the Democratic presidential nomination in 2016 has jumped into the race for 2020, and former Vice President Joe Biden is mulling a bid, too. But most Democrats still think their party needs to turn to someone new.
February 22, 2019
In A Growing 2020 Field, Dems See Sanders Among Most Viable Contenders So Far
Bernie Sanders kicked off his 2020 presidential run raising more funding on the day of his announcement than any Democratic candidate so far. And it seems to be paying off.
February 15, 2019
Only 29% Favor Democratic Probe of Trump If Mueller Finds Nothing
So far the facts aren’t there, but Democrats remain convinced that the Trump campaign colluded with the Russians to win the presidency. Most voters in general, however, say if Special Counsel Robert Mueller can’t prove it, Democrats should let it go.
February 14, 2019
Most Still See A U.S. Role in NATO
With the Soviet Union fading further and further into the rearview mirror of history, President Trump has voiced his concern about the cost to the United States of participating in NATO, but most voters here still don’t want to let go of the 70-year-old anti-Soviet alliance.
February 11, 2019
Only 40% Think State of the Union Is Strong
The economy is booming at historic levels, and America’s coming home from war. But voters say that’s not enough to make a strong country and see a need for more economic and social justice.
February 8, 2019
Voters Not Convinced Tax Increases On Wealthiest Americans Benefit the Economy
Most voters agree that government spending and taxes are too high, but they’re divided over the impact that raising taxes on the wealthiest Americans would have.
February 6, 2019
Bloomberg vs. Trump, And the Winner Is…
Former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg, a centrist Democrat, appears to be contemplating a 2020 presidential run, and he stands a chance against President Trump.
February 5, 2019
Booker Has A Hill to Climb for Name Recognition
Like many of the Democratic presidential wannabes, newly declared candidate Cory Booker has a name recognition problem. So voters aren’t giving him much of a chance at this point of going all the way.
February 4, 2019
Voters See Woman, Person of Color As 2020 Democratic Nominee
In a year where the Democratic party swore in the most diverse, most female class in history, most voters see that trend continuing all the way to the White House.
January 31, 2019
In A Crowded 2020 Election Field, This Democrat Remains On Top
Former Vice President Joe Biden remains the favorite candidate among Democrats to be the party’s 2020 presidential nominee. But as support for California Senator Kamala Harris rises, support for Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren is fading.
January 31, 2019
Voters Believe Social Media Divides Us
It may not drive their politics, but most voters believe social media plays a role in dividing us.
January 30, 2019
Voters Mixed on Harris, Don't See Her as 2020 Nominee
California Senator Kamala Harris has announced her intention to run for president, but voters aren’t paying the California Democrat much heed.
January 30, 2019
Social Media Impacts Politics of Younger Voters Most
Most voters remain avid users of social media but say they’re not influenced by political posts on platforms like Twitter and Facebook. Those under 40 are far more likely than their elders to have their politics shaped by social media.
