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Public Opinion on The Vote: 2020 Election Poll Results
Friday, November 20, 2020
This analysis seeks to understand several critical issues that were ultimately determinative in the election.
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Thursday, November 19, 2020
This analysis seeks to understand several critical voting blocs that were ultimately determinative in the election.
Read MorePublic Opinion on The Vote: Navigator Post-Election Findings
Saturday, November 14, 2020
By a 20-point margin, a majority of Americans say Trump should concede the election right now as most Americans believe it is appropriate for the transition to a Biden administration to begin.
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Tuesday, November 10, 2020
A resounding majority view Biden as winning the election; Trump remains deeply underwater on approval of his response to the election results, while almost two in three approve of Biden’s response.
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Friday, November 6, 2020
Seven in ten voters think Joe Biden is winning the election, but Biden and Trump voters believe states must count every single vote even if it takes time.
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Tuesday, November 3, 2020
With election season nearing an ending, both Biden and Trump voters say it is more important to count every vote in the presidential election than to quickly announce the results. Americans are pessimistic about the direction of the country today, and the pandemic trumps the economy as the most important election issue for voters.
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Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Most Americans desire “major change,” and believe various reforms such as elimination of the filibuster, voting rights reforms, and even some SCOTUS reform would have a positive impact on government.
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Friday, October 23, 2020
Majorities of Americans believe Trump has not done enough to discourage white supremacist violence while making disorder across the country worse; half say Republicans in Congress have not shown independence from Trump and are seen as "yes men" with "no backbone."
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Thursday, October 22, 2020
As most Americans expect to know the outcome after more than a day, overwhelming majorities find arguments to be patient in awaiting election results convincing; the public also has serious concerns that Trump's rhetoric will inspire violence following the election.
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Wednesday, October 21, 2020
A majority say the pandemic is “out of control,” and it continues to dominate negative conversation around Trump. Americans worry most about Trump’s ignoring of experts, failure to prepare, and downplaying the pandemic; most trust Fauci to make decisions over the president.
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Friday, October 16, 2020
More than one in ten Americans report already casting ballots in this year's election while those who haven't split between voting by mail or in-person on Election Day; the public's top concerns about the election are Trump not accepting the results and trying to stop votes from being counted.
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Thursday, October 15, 2020
The public remains opposed to a potential rollback of the ACA and are overwhelmingly supportive of the $2.4 trillion coronavirus relief package.
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Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Americans are worried the pandemic is surging: the share who say “the worst is yet to come” in the pandemic and who support “more aggressive social distancing” are climbing back to the levels seen in July amid surging cases.
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Friday, October 9, 2020
The public believes it is likely the ACA will be struck down and Roe v. Wade overturned if Amy Coney Barrett is confirmed; Americans are bothered by Trump's tax returns revealing he has paid no income tax 10 of the last 15 years.
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Thursday, October 8, 2020
Americans continue to believe the “worst is yet to come” with the coronavirus pandemic and expect we may not have presidential election results quickly.
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Wednesday, October 7, 2020
Most Americans say Trump caught coronavirus because he was irresponsible, and many express concern that he is spreading it further. Americans also hold Trump responsible for the rising number of cases around the country.
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Friday, October 2, 2020
Less than two in five Americans support the Senate considering Amy Coney Barrett's nomination to the Supreme Court before the election, and express deep concern about the ACA and reproductive rights before the Court; a growing majority think it will take longer than the day after the election to know who won the presidency, and nine in ten Americans agree it is the most important election of their lifetimes.
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Thursday, October 1, 2020
Coronavirus, health care, and the economy remain the top concerns for Americans as most Americans now believe the worst is yet to come in the pandemic. Separately, many Americans disagree with the decision to forego filing homicide charges in the case involving the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor.
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Thursday, September 24, 2020
Americans are split on who they think will win in November at a time when many are concerned about the potential of a long count, voter supression, and foreign interference among other potential election-related issues.
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Wednesday, September 23, 2020
The pandemic continuesto be Americans' most important issue ata ttime when a majority continues to view America’s response to the pandemic as worse than the responses of other countries.
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Tuesday, September 22, 2020
In Ruth Bader Ginsburg, America has lost a beloved figure. Most Americans say the winner of the upcoming election should choose her replacement, with many citing the need for leaders in Washington to remain focused on the pandemic.
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Friday, September 18, 2020
Some feel school reopenings are going well but most expect schools will have to close at some point due to an outbreak.
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Thursday, September 17, 2020
Americans believe Trump sees disorder and division as helpful to his re-election chances; nearly two-thirds of the public say Trump’s statements about the military are seriously concerning.
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Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Though the rate of new cases has plateaued in the United States, half still say the “worst is yet to come” in the pandemic as a growing share of the public expressing concern about Trump rushing the process of getting a vaccine developed.
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Wednesday, June 10, 2020
There is overwhelming support for the protests in response to the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor, among many others, and a majority recognize their deaths as part of a broader problem with police brutality. By a wide margin, Americans disapprove of Trump's response to the protests while expressing optimism the protests will be effective.
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Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Americans are broadly concerned about the coronavirus outbreak, with most expressing concern regarding the Trump administration’s preparation and response to the pandemic.
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesProtecting Progressive Priorities on Health Care and Stopping Trump’s Medicare and Social Security Cuts
Thursday, February 27, 2020
Americans now hold a favorable view of the Affordable Care Act and oppose cuts to Social Security and Medicare.
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesFraming the Debate on the Economy, Foreign Policy, and Impeachment
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
Progressives should keep structural problems front and center when framing popular policy ideas; Americans are concerned with Trump's approach to Iran; a majority continues to support removing Trump from office.
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesTalking About Impeachment After the Hearings
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Support for impeachment remains steady following the public hearings, while majorities think Trump committed wrongdoing and find the arguments from impeachment advocates convincing.
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesHighlighting the Policy Failures of the Trump Administration
Thursday, November 21, 2019
The President's missteps on foreign policy, taxes, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) offers clear openings for progressives.
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesFraming the Next Step on Impeachment
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Most Americans continue to support impeachment, while even more suspect the President of wrongdoing. Support for impeachment may grow if progressives elevate the right validators and emphasize the right facts.
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesFraming The Debate on Lowering Prescription Drug Prices
Monday, October 21, 2019
Americans see lowering drug prices as an important priority, and strongly favor the House Democrats’ reform proposal over a proposal in the Republican-led Senate to do that
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesHow To Talk About Impeachment
Friday, October 11, 2019
A majority of Americans support impeachment; progressives should frame as an abuse of power and that no one is above the law
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesRace and Violence in the Trump Era
Thursday, October 3, 2019
Americans see a rising tide of racism in the United States, but perceptions of race and racism remain complicated and often contradictory
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesHow To Talk About Trump’s Border Wall
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Americans are concerned that building a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border would be ineffective, expensive, and wasteful.
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesHow Americans Rate Trump – On Trump’s Terms
Friday, August 2, 2019
Many Americans believe Trump's actions on important policy issues do not match his past statements and worry he is distracted by unimportant priorities
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesPushing Back Against Trump’s Trade War
Friday, July 26, 2019
Americans unsettled by Trump's recklessness and concerns about the rising costs for everyday goods
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesNavigating the Medicare Debate
Monday, June 17, 2019
The public demands proposals that clearly address both coverage and costs
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesHow to Talk About Americans’ Opposition to Abortion Bans
Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Opposition grows to abortion bans when Americans learn more about them
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesFraming the Debate on the Economy and Presidential Transparency
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Americans see potential issues ahead with the status quo on the economy and political transparency
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesTrump’s Failure on Transparency & The Opportunity for Progressives
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Americans are concerned about the Trump administration's refusal to fulfill requests and subpoenas
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesHow to Talk About Political Reform
Friday, April 19, 2019
Americans show openness to sweeping political reforms, are increasingly negative toward the tax law, and want Congressional oversight post-Mueller
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesConfronting Climate Change and Disarming Charges of Socialism
Thursday, March 14, 2019
Americans are eager for action to address challenges facing the planet; find counterpoints to "socialism" attacks more persuasive
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesFocusing Debates on Trump’s Honesty, Tax Fairness, and Government Shutdowns
Thursday, February 14, 2019
The public has strong concerns about the President's truthfulness, inequality in the tax code, and potential financial crimes
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesGovernment Gets an Upgrade
Monday, January 7, 2019
Americans believe Washington is broken, the economy benefits the rich, and are concerned about a cover-up
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Tuesday, November 20, 2018
Americans want the new Congress to provide a check on the White House, follow facts in investigations
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesWhat Americans Think About Corruption in Congress and the Battle for the Court
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
Americans concerned by influence of special interests, threats to health care, and the Supreme Court vacancy
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesHow to Link Republicans in Congress to Donald Trump
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Americans see Trump as an anchor in midterms while public opinion shifts on Mueller investigation, family separation, and taxes
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesHow Americans Feel About Rising Costs at Home and National Security Abroad
Thursday, July 19, 2018
Americans unsettled by America First, family separation, and costs for the very basics to get by
Read More Download the full report Download the poll toplinesNational Survey Findings: Americans Want A Balanced Supreme Court
Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Americans concerned about politically polarized Supreme Court, implications for health care, reproductive rights, and other issues
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Wednesday, June 27, 2018
Americans motivated to take action on key issue fights, concerned about Trump's narcissism and Congressional corruption
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Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Americans want answers on Mueller investigation, cabinet scandals, Congressional oversight, and #MeToo
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Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Americans have concerns about the economy, corruption, and Trump's norm-breaking presidency
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