One-In-Three Say Political Agenda Driving Russia Probe
As special counsel Robert Mueller continues his investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election, one-in-three voters believe the probe is fueled by a political agenda.
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December 7, 2017
December 6, 2017
Voters Reject Steinle Verdict, Favor Punishing ‘Sanctuary’ Lawmakers
Few voters agree with a San Francisco jury’s decision clearing an illegal immigrant repeat criminal of killing 32-year-old Kate Steinle, and there’s sizable support for punishing lawmakers who protect criminal illegals from federal immigration authorities.
December 6, 2017
Most Like Melania Trump, Don't See Her As Policy Player
Despite a Vanity Fair article that claims Melania Trump didn’t want to be first lady, voters generally like her but believe she is less involved in day-to-day business at the White House than her predecessor. As with virtually all things Trump, there is wide partisan disagreement over the first lady, though.
December 4, 2017
Voters Reject Government Shutdown To Protect ‘Dreamers’ Program
A top Senate Democrat is threatening to force a federal government shutdown unless Congress does something to protect the nearly 800,000 illegal immigrants who came to this country as children who now face possible deportation.
December 4, 2017
Voters Aren’t Giving Trump’s Tweets Many Likes
Voters remain critical of the role social media plays in modern politics and really don't like President Trump's use of Twitter.
November 30, 2017
The Winner of the 1st Annual Fake News Trophy Is …
Voters agree with President Trump that so-called “fake news” is a serious problem in America today. If a Fake News Trophy were to be awarded this year, the winners should be...
November 29, 2017
Most Voters Still Oppose Health Care Mandate
Senate Republicans are nearing a deal on repealing the individual health care mandate implemented under the Obama administration. A majority of voters continue to oppose the requirement that all Americans buy or obtain health insurance, opting for more free market competition between insurance companies instead of more government intervention.
November 28, 2017
Most Believe Sex Allegations Against Bill Clinton
Voters have only a slightly less favorable opinion of Bill Clinton, but most believe the women who have accused the former president of sexually abusing them.
November 28, 2017
Most Favor Age Ceiling for Presidents That Would Cut Out Trump, Clinton, Biden, Sanders
Most voters recognize that a U.S. citizen must be 35 years old to be elected president but also think there should be a ceiling on how old a candidate for the White House can be.
November 27, 2017
Voters Don’t See More Sexual Harassment, Just More Coverage
With news of sexual harassment permeating Hollywood, Washington and even the media itself, many are wondering why it seems like a much bigger problem today than in the past. But voters are saying it’s not happening more often, we’re just talking about it more.
November 27, 2017
50% Think World Leaders See Trump as Weaker Than Obama
Voters are not too optimistic about President Donald Trump’s relationship with most world leaders, and half think those world leaders view him as weaker than his predecessor.
November 21, 2017
Voters Say Franken Should Resign If Charges True
Most voters say it’s time for Senator Al Franken to go if his accusers are right.
November 21, 2017
Voters Tilt Toward Democrat Control of House, Senate
Thinking ahead to next year’s midterm elections, voters are leaning towards returning the Democrats to control of the entire Congress for the first time since early 2011.
November 20, 2017
Is Biden The Man for 2020? Democrats Think So
As Joe Biden travels the country to promote his new book, voters—especially Democrats—have renewed enthusiasm about the possibility of a 2020 presidential run for the former vice president, even though he has not yet committed to entering the race.
November 20, 2017
Most Voters See Passing Tax Reform Legislation As Important
Republican leaders in Congress are aiming to pass tax reform legislation by the year’s end, and most voters think it’s important that happens. Even nearly half of Democrats feel that way.
November 17, 2017
GOP Voters Not Sure Moore Should Be Denied His Senate Seat If Elected
Republicans aren't sure whether the Senate GOP leadership should try to deny Roy Moore his seat if the embattled Senate candidate wins election next month.
November 17, 2017
Most Prefer Russia As A Friend, Not An Enemy
Voters by a two-to-one margin agree with President Trump that it’s better for the United States – and the world - to have Russia on our side.
November 16, 2017
Nearly Half Support Legalizing Pot
With more states poised to potentially legalize recreational marijuana use soon, support among voters to legalize it in their state is slowly climbing.
November 16, 2017
Most Voters Think Republicans Will Lose Control of Congress in Midterms
Most voters think it’s probable Republicans will relinquish control of Congress in the upcoming midterm elections, and even a sizable number of GOP voters agree.
November 15, 2017
Trump’s Trip – Success or Failure?
President Trump just wrapped up a 12-day trip through Asia, and voters who were following his travels most closely tend to think he did a good job, particularly on trade.
