Voters Find Trump More Likable Than Pelosi
Republicans overwhelmingly view President Trump as likable, but Democrats aren’t as enthusiastic about likely new House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. But among all voters, both Trump and Pelosi aren’t very beloved.
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November 15, 2018
November 15, 2018
2018 Senate: How the “Trump Ten” Races Compared to 2016 By J. Miles Coleman
Heading into the 2018 cycle, Democrats seemed to have many advantages, as the out-party typically does in midterm years. However, one factor that was decidedly slanted against them was the Senate map. A majority of the Democratic caucus — 26 of 49 members — faced the electorate. Further, 10 Democratic incumbents on the ballot represented states that President Trump carried in 2016. In many cases, to win reelection, these senators had to perform significantly better than Hillary Clinton did two years ago.
November 15, 2018
Michelle vs. Trump, And The Winner Is...
Michelle Obama has been making the rounds promoting her new book, prompting buzz about a potential presidential run, which she has vehemently denied. But with the midterms over and the focus on 2020, voters think she’d stand a chance.
November 14, 2018
Most Americans Know Their Credit Score
FICO, the developer of the most widely used credit score, is rolling out a new credit scoring system next year that takes checking and savings accounts into consideration in addition to credit and loan accounts. This could most help those with low or no credit scores who have problems securing credit, though few Americans say they’ve been in that position recently.
November 14, 2018
'Making a Murderer: Part 2,' A Post-Conviction Master Class By Michelle Malkin
Undoing wrongful convictions takes a killer instinct.
November 14, 2018
Voters, Like Trump, Still Put America First
President Trump was criticized at a summit with European leaders this week for putting America’s interests ahead of global needs. Voters still share the president’s America First attitude but not as strongly as they did when he first took office.
November 14, 2018
Single-Payer Health Care By John Stossel
America needs single-payer health care, say progressives. That's a system where government pays doctors and hospitals, and no sick person has to worry about having enough money to pay for care. After all, they say, "Health care is a "right!"
November 14, 2018
Most Fear Trump's New AG Will Hinder or Close Mueller Probe
Just over half of voters still don't want to end Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation of Russian interference in the 2016 election, but even more are worried that President Trump's firing of Attorney General Jeff Sessions is the first step toward shutting Mueller down. Democrats are far more protective of Mueller than Republicans are.
November 13, 2018
Americans Don't See a Better Future for Children
Despite the positive turn in the economy and job market over the last two years, faith in our children’s future has waned.
November 13, 2018
Voters See Better Chance for Trump Reelection
With the midterm election in the books, voters are shifting their attention to the presidential election in 2020 and are growing more convinced that there’s a second term in sight for the 45th president.
November 13, 2018
Fannie Mae and 'Freddie Maxine' By Stephen Moore
Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters of California appears a lock to become the next chairman of the House's powerful Financial Services Committee. Waters is pledging to be a diligent watchdog for mom and pop investors, and recently told a crowd that when it comes to the big banks, investment houses and insurance companies, "We are going to do to them what they did to us." I'm not going to cry too many tears for Wall Street since they poured money behind the Democrats in these midterm elections. You get what you pay for.
November 13, 2018
Macron to Trump: 'You're No Patriot!' By Patrick J. Buchanan
In a rebuke bordering on national insult Sunday, Emmanuel Macron retorted to Donald Trump's calling himself a nationalist.
"Patriotism is the exact opposite of nationalism; nationalism is a betrayal of patriotism."
November 13, 2018
Despite Unfavorable Opinions of Sessions, Democrats Don’t Want to See the AG Go
President Trump abruptly fired his attorney general, Jeff Sessions, right after the midterm elections last week. Democrats may not be too fond of the Alabama Republican, but they don’t agree with Trump’s decision to let him go. Republicans, on the other hand, are on board with the president.
November 12, 2018
43% Say U.S. Heading in Right Direction
For the sixth week in a row, 43% of Likely U.S. Voters think the country is heading in the right direction, this time according to a new Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey for the week ending November 8.
November 12, 2018
Voters Say Illegal Immigration, Health Care Are Congress’ Priorities
Voters say illegal immigration and health care are the priorities for the new Congress but aren’t very hopeful that President Trump and Democrats in Congress will work together. Democrats want to get on with impeachment, too.
November 12, 2018
Most Oppose Effort to Impeach Kavanaugh
The likely new Democratic chairman of the House Judiciary Committee now insists that he has no intention of trying to impeach new U.S. Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Most voters agree with that decision.
November 10, 2018
What They Told Us: Reviewing Last Week’s Key Polls - Week Ending November 10, 2018
Questions are already circulating about a couple of key Senate races, and Americans are expecting even more turmoil in the months ahead as Democrats return to power in the U.S. House of Representatives.
November 9, 2018
Americans Salute Military Service This Veterans Day
Veterans Day, a federal holiday honoring those who have served in the U.S. military, is this Sunday, and many Americans rank it as one of the nation’s most significant days.
November 9, 2018
Most Want Trump, Democrats to Work Together; Democrats Want Impeachment
Voters strongly believe House Democrats need to focus on areas where they can work with President Trump and congressional Republicans, but as far as Democrats are concerned, impeaching the president is the priority.
November 9, 2018
The War for the Soul of America By Patrick J. Buchanan
The war in Washington will not end until the presidency of Donald Trump ends. Everyone seems to sense that now.
