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November 14, 2023

2024: Biden Leads Trump, But What About RFK Jr. Factor?

The third-party campaign of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could have a major impact on the 2024 presidential election.

November 13, 2023

‘Bidenomics’ Still Not Working, Most Voters Say

A majority of voters believe the economy has gotten worse under President Joe Biden, but most Democrats want to blame Republicans in Congress.

November 10, 2023

Media Get Mixed Grades for Israel-Palestine Coverage

Less than half of voters think the news media are doing a good job covering the Gaza war, but Democrats have a more favorable view.

November 9, 2023

More Are Concerned About Surveillance, Both Foreign and Domestic

The number of Americans concerned about surveillance has increased, including those worried that their own government is spying on U.S. citizens. 

November 9, 2023

Israel or Ukraine? Issue Divides Electorate

President Joe Biden wants to link military aid for Ukraine and Israel together as a single piece of legislation, but half of voters want assistance to Israel to be a separate issue. However, a majority agree that securing America’s border should be a top priority.

November 8, 2023

U.S. Voters Back Netanyahu, Reject Calls for Gaza Ceasefire

Most American voters view Benjamin Netanyahu favorably and more than two-thirds agree with the Israeli prime minister’s rejection of calls for a ceasefire in Gaza. 

November 7, 2023

47% View New Speaker Favorably

New House Speaker Mike Johnson begins his term as the most popular of the four top congressional leaders. 

November 6, 2023

Trump Widens Lead Over GOP Primary Rivals

Despite skipping debates and facing criminal charges in multiple jurisdictions, former President Donald Trump has increased his support among Republican primary voters. 

November 3, 2023

Fall Back? Many Confused by Daylight Savings Time

Two-thirds of Americans know that they’re supposed to set their clocks back one hour when Daylight Savings Time ends Sunday, but many say they’ve forgotten it before.

November 3, 2023

It’s (Still) the Economy, Stupid: GOP Has 10-Point Advantage

Republicans hold a significant advantage over Democrats on the issue of the economy, with independent voters favoring the GOP by a 33-point margin. 

November 2, 2023

Killer Jab? 24% Say Someone They Know Died From COVID-19 Vaccine

Nearly a quarter of Americans believe someone they know died from COVID-19 vaccine side effects, and even more say they might be willing to become plaintiffs in a class-action lawsuit against vaccine makers.

November 1, 2023

Military Recruiting Woes Worry Voters, But Most Still Oppose Draft

Concerns about recruiting problems in America’s armed forces are high, but not high enough to convince voters that a military draft is the solution. 

November 1, 2023

Mass Shootings: Voters Want More Enforcement, Not New Laws

Support for gun control is higher in the aftermath of a mass shooting in Maine, but most voters still say new laws are not the answer. 

October 31, 2023

Halloween: Who’s Ready for Trick-or-Treat?

Halloween isn’t only for kids, most Americans believe, but few adults will celebrate except by passing out candy to trick-or-treaters.

October 30, 2023

Most Voters Fear Mideast War, View Biden as Weak Leader

American voters are overwhelmingly concerned that the Israel-Gaza conflict could spark a larger Middle East war, and most still view President Joe Biden as a weaker leader than his predecessors. 

October 27, 2023

78% Consider Hamas a Terrorist Group

After this month’s attacks in Israel, American voters overwhelmingly view Hamas as terrorists, and want an investigation of the Palestinian organization’s U.S. supporters. 

October 26, 2023

Youngkin 2024? Most Voters Say No

Speculation that Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin could run for the 2024 Republican president nomination gets little encouragement from voters. 

October 25, 2023

52% of GOP Voters Want to Cancel Debates

Although most voters expect to watch next month’s debate among Republican presidential candidates in Miami, more than half of GOP voters agree with a suggestion that the Republican National Committee should cancel “all future debates.”

October 24, 2023

Biden’s Israel Trip Gets Mixed Reviews From Voters

Voters are divided over whether President Joe Biden’s historic wartime visit to Israel was a success, and a majority oppose bringing Gaza refugees to America.

October 23, 2023

GOP Has Slight Advantage on National Security

With war raging in the Middle East, voters trust Republicans more to deal with national security issues.

The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that 46% of Likely U.S. Voters trust Republicans more to handle national security issues, while 42% trust Democrats more. Twelve percent (12%) are not sure. (To see survey question wording, click here.)