Trusted data. Rapid strategic insights. Winning messages.

Who We Are

Navigator tracks public opinion on the nation’s most pressing issues and transforms trusted data into rapid strategic insights and winning messages. Grounded in rigorous methodology and years of longitudinal research, we deliver clear, actionable guidance that helps leaders shape debates and move audiences.

National Surveys

National quantitative surveys that track how public opinion shifts as issues evolve in real time.

Qualitative Research

In-depth qualitative research that reveals how Americans think, feel, and talk about major issues.

Battleground Surveys

Targeted surveys in U.S. House districts that pinpoint issue priorities of everyday Americans.

Messaging Guidance

Strategic messaging guidance that turns trusted research into clear, usable language and winning policy arguments.

Latest Research

GOAL: Americans Agree on the World Cup

GOAL: Americans Agree on the World Cup

July 10, 2026 Melissa Toufanian

This Navigator Research report covers attitudes toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup and U.S. viewership.

In the Battleground and Beyond, Americans Don’t Think the GOP Budget Is Beautiful

This Navigator Research report covers perceptions of the Republican tax law one year after its passage.

Maryann Cousens & Julie Alderman Boudreau
National Surveys
July 7, 2026

War with Iran Remains Unpopular at Home

Polling report tracking Americans’ views on the war with Iran, diplomacy, and the impact on costs here at home

Melissa Toufanian
Focus Groups
July 2, 2026

America 250: The American Flag

This Navigator Research report covers how Americans view the symbolism of the American flag.

Maryann Cousens and Tina Tang
Focus Groups
July 1, 2026

American Veterans at America’s 250th

Today’s Navigator Special Report contains research on American veterans' thoughts on what it means to be an American, the rights and freedoms they value most, and how they view the country ahead of its 250th anniversary.

Melissa Toufanian and Maryann Cousens

Our work has been featured in major national and in-state media outlets.