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December 14, 2022

COVID-19: Majority Support Fauci-China Investigation

More than two-thirds of voters believe COVID-19 probably came from a Chinese research lab, and agree with Republican demands that Dr. Anthony Fauci testify under oath in a congressional investigation.

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December 14, 2022

The Science of Happiness By John Stossel

Are you happy? Many people say they feel happier during the holidays.

December 13, 2022

Censorship: Voters Want Investigation of Social Media Sites

Voters overwhelmingly think censorship by social media sites is a problem, and a majority approve Republican plans for a congressional investigation.

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December 13, 2022

The Night the Lights Went Out in Europe By Stephen Moore

Politico Europe, a publication marinated in green politics, has named Russian President Vladimir Putin as one of its "power players of the year" -- for, in the publication's words, "advancing Europe's green agenda."

December 12, 2022

35% Say U.S. Heading in Right Direction

Thirty-five percent (35%) of Likely U.S. Voters think the country is heading in the right direction, according to a new Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey for the week ending December 7, 2022.

December 12, 2022

Amnesty? Many Voters Think It Would Make Immigration Problem Worse

Congress is reportedly considering an amnesty for illegal immigrants, but a plurality of voters believe this would only worsen the current border crisis.

December 9, 2022

Consumer Spending Update: Economic Confidence Surges in December

Economic confidence increased to 96.9 in this month’s Rasmussen Reports Economic Index, more than 10 points higher than November.

December 9, 2022

TikTok: Most Voters Support Ban Amid Chinese Spying Concerns

More than two-thirds of voters are worried that TikTok could be used by China to spy on Americans, and support banning the popular social media platform.

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December 9, 2022

The Downward Spiral of Disgraceful Misconduct By Michael Barone

When John Quincy Adams was informed by a committee that he was elected president by the House of Representatives, for the first and only time through the procedure set by the 12th Amendment of the Constitution, he responded in writing.  

December 8, 2022

Fewer Americans Getting Flu Shots This Year

The number of Americans getting vaccinated against influenza has declined in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

December 8, 2022

Most Democrats Support Slavery Reparations

Now that California Gov. Gavin Newsom has a plan to pay reparations to the descendants of slaves, a majority of Democrats support the idea.

December 7, 2022

Immigration Was Major Factor in Florida Midterm Elections

Voters in Florida’s 2022 midterm elections overwhelmingly support stronger border enforcement and immigration was an important factor in deciding their votes for Congress.

December 7, 2022

Concerns About COVID-19 Vaccines Remain High

A majority of Americans think COVID-19 vaccines are effective, but have concerns about side effects.

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December 7, 2022

Black Guns Matter By John Stossel

We know about Black Lives Matter. My new video is about a group called Black Guns Matter.

December 6, 2022

Rasmussen Reports Immigration Index - Week Ending December 1, 2022

The Rasmussen Reports Immigration Index for the week of November 27-December 1, 2022, increased to 91.3, up less than a point from 90.9 two weeks earlier.

December 6, 2022

Does ‘Respect for Marriage Act’ Jeopardize Religious Freedom?

Most voters support federal legislation to protect same-sex marriage rights, but share concerns about its impact on religious freedom.

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December 6, 2022

No, America Does Not Owe the World Climate 'Reparations' By Stephen Moore

I've made the case in previous columns that the climate change movement is mostly a climate change hustle.

December 5, 2022

Arizona Midterm Voters Want Stricter Immigration Controls 

Most of those who voted in Arizona’s 2022 midterm elections support policies to strengthen border protection and limit legal immigration.

December 5, 2022

30% Say U.S. Heading in Right Direction

Thirty percent (30%) of Likely U.S. Voters think the country is heading in the right direction, according to a new Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey for the week ending December 1, 2022.

December 5, 2022

Special Counsel Probe of Trump Is Politically Motivated, Most Voters Say

Even though most voters approve the appointment of a special counsel to investigate former President Donald Trump, an even larger majority think politics is behind the probe.