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October 2, 2023

Homelessness: Bad and Getting Worse, Most Americans Say

Most Americans consider homelessness a very serious problem now, and nearly two-thirds say it’s gotten worse in the past two years.

The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that 87% of American Adults believe homelessness is a serious problem in America, including 61% who say the problem is Very Serious.

October 2, 2023

Biden Approval Up Again in September

When tracking President Biden’s job approval on a daily basis, people sometimes get so caught up in the day-to-day fluctuations that they miss the bigger picture...

September 30, 2023

What They Told Us: Reviewing Last Week’s Key Polls - Week Ending September 29, 2023

In surveys last week, this is what America told Rasmussen Reports...

September 29, 2023

Nearly Half Want Merrick Garland Impeached

After Merrick Garland was grilled in a congressional hearing last week, nearly half of voters think the Attorney General should be impeached.

September 28, 2023

Most See U.S. Economy Unfair to Women and Minorities

Less than 40% of voters now consider America’s economy to be fair, and most say that it is unfair to women and racial minorities.

The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that 12% of Likely U.S. voters believe the economy is Very Fair, generally speaking. 

September 28, 2023

Could Voting by Illegal Immigrants Shift 2024 Election?

More than half of voters consider it likely that next year’s election could be decided by illegal immigrants voting.

September 28, 2023

COVID Masking Déjà vu? By Brian Joondeph

COVID first emerged on the scene 3 ½ years ago, along with facemasks, distancing, lockdowns, quarantines, followed by mandatory vaccination and other dystopian social controls. As life has recently been returning to normal, it feels like Groundhog Day, with an eerie sense of déjà vu, especially around masking.

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September 28, 2023

Why Haven’t We Had A Woman President? By Carah Ong Whaley and Kylie Holzman

KEY POINTS FROM THIS ARTICLE

— Like so many other female politicians, Nikki Haley faces a “woman problem” and must combat sexist rhetoric that is prevalent in politics and has been since Victoria C. Woodhull became the first woman to run for president in 1872.

— Campaigns and elections are more challenging for women than men due to structural disadvantages, including media coverage of candidates, public opinion, and stereotypes.

— Fewer men than women think many Americans are ready to elect a woman to higher office.

September 27, 2023

Rasmussen Reports Immigration Index - Week Ending September 26, 2023

The Rasmussen Reports Immigration Index for the week of September 17-26, 2023, increased to 90.1, just slightly up from 90.0 two weeks earlier.

September 27, 2023

Sex Scandals: Politicians Should Uphold Moral Standards, Voters Say

Most voters still believe politicians should live moral lives, even as political sex scandals make national headlines.

September 27, 2023

The 'Don't Hire Women' Act By John Stossel

   Having a baby? There's a new law meant for you: the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.

September 27, 2023

The Problems With Net Zero By Michael Barone

 Net zero is in trouble. In utterly predictable trouble, in the king's-wearing-no-clothes trouble.

September 26, 2023

Idaho Voters Want Slower Growth, Less Immigration

The population of Idaho has nearly doubled since 1990, and most voters in the state support policies to limit growth and restrict immigration .

September 26, 2023

COVID 2.0? Democrats Fear New Outbreak Most

More than half of Americans are concerned that the COVID-19 pandemic may return, and the fear is largely divided along political lines.

September 26, 2023

Hey, Republicans: Don't Forget About Growth and Prosperity By Stephen Moore

House Republicans are in another titanic battle with President Joe Biden on how to balance the budget. Actually, it's a lopsided debate

September 26, 2023

Biden's a Loser -- but Democrats Can't Ditch Him By Daniel McCarthy

   If Joe Biden is their nominee, Democrats will lose the White House next year.

September 25, 2023

31% Say U.S. Heading in Right Direction

Thirty-one percent (31%) 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 September 21, 2023.

September 25, 2023

Most Voters Want Border Security in Budget Deal

As Congress negotiates a new spending agreement to prevent a government shutdown this week, a majority of voters think securing the border should be part of the deal.

September 23, 2023

What They Told Us: Reviewing Last Week’s Key Polls - Week Ending September 23, 2023

In surveys last week, this is what America told Rasmussen Reports...

September 22, 2023

Fall Favorite Season for 40%

Tomorrow marks the official beginning of fall, and nearly half of Americans welcome the season.