Democrats Trust Health Experts More
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, a majority of Americans think it’s more important to research health issues than simply trusting experts – although Democrats trust experts more.
Environment & Energy
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January 31, 2024
October 4, 2022
Hurricane Season: Is It Worse This Year?
Hurricane Ian killed dozens when it slammed ashore in Florida last week, but most Americans don’t think this year’s hurricane season has been worse than usual.
September 13, 2022
High Gas Prices Still an Issue for Most Voters
Although gasoline prices have fallen from their record-breaking peak, a majority of voters are still concerned about fuel costs and expect the issue to matter in November.
March 7, 2022
70% Favor Increased U.S. Oil and Gas Production
With gas prices soaring, energy policy is likely to be a major issue in the midterm election campaign, and voters strongly favor a policy of promoting domestic petroleum production.
January 21, 2021
Voters Oppose Biden’s Keystone XL Pipeline Decision, Expect Higher Gas Prices
On his first day in the White House, President Joe Biden signed an executive order blocking further construction on the Keystone XL Pipeline project. Most voters disagree with Biden’s decision.
November 5, 2019
Most Still Aren’t Willing to Spend Big to Fight Global Warming
Most voters continue to worry about global warming AKA climate change but not enough to part with their hard-earned money to do something about it.
September 25, 2019
Voters Are More Likely Now To Put Environment Ahead of the Economy
With a robust economy and a booming jobs market, voters are feeling more protective of the environment than they have in the past.
September 12, 2019
Voters Fear Economic Impact of Abrupt End to Fracking
The United States has become the world’s largest producer of oil and natural gas thanks to the use of fracking, an hydraulic drilling practice opposed by many environmentalists. Democratic presidential hopeful Elizabeth Warren has vowed to end fracking if she’s elected, but voters aren’t sure that’s such a good idea.
September 18, 2018
56% Say Global Warming Is Causing Extreme Weather Events
Voters are much more likely these days to believe that global warming is causing more extreme weather events in the United States. But they still aren’t willing to pay more in taxes to fight against it.
August 14, 2018
Half Think Humans are Responsible for Global Warming
California Governor Jerry Brown blamed the spreading California wildfires on climate change, something voters still consider a serious issue heading into the midterms. And they think humans are to blame.
June 6, 2018
More Voters These Days Applaud U.S. Efforts to Find Alternative Energy Sources
One-in-three voters think the United States has stepped up its exploration of alternative energy sources, a significant improvement from previous years.
February 16, 2018
46% Say 'Yes' to Fracking, But Want Oil to Stay Here
A rise in U.S. shale production over the last several years has created a surplus of oil that is now in high demand from countries overseas.
October 13, 2017
Voters Favor EPA Reduction in CO2 Emissions, Are Torn on Environmental Impact
The Trump administration plans to roll back an Obama-era Environmental Protection Agency regulation that requires a big drop in carbon dioxide emissions from power plants by 2030.
October 12, 2017
Voters Say EPA Regulations Need Congressional Approval
The Environmental Protection Agency is rolling back a regulation that requires a big drop in carbon dioxide emissions from power plants by 2030, but most voters think they shouldn’t be allowed to make such calls without the approval of Congress.
June 15, 2017
Voters Have Mixed Views on U.S. Coal Industry
President Donald Trump commended the opening last week of a new coal mine in Pennsylvania, but voters have mixed feelings on the industry.
June 6, 2017
Voters Aren't Willing to Pay to Fight Climate Change
President Trump pulled the United States out of the Paris anti-global warming agreement last week in part because of his concern about its potential impact on the U.S. economy. Voters tend to agree the accord would have led to increased energy costs, and most remain unwilling to pay much, if anything, more to fight global warming.
April 25, 2017
Voters Think U.S. Environment's in Good Shape
With Earth Day just behind us and Arbor Day ahead, most voters think the environment in this country is doing well.
March 7, 2017
Major Cuts at the EPA? GOP Says Yes, Democrats Say No
To help offset his plans for expanding the military budget, President Trump is proposing major cuts at the Environmental Protection Agency. As with nearly all of his proposals, Republicans are strongly in favor, while Democrats are just as strongly opposed.
January 30, 2017
Support Down For Keystone Pipeline
Following President Trump’s signing of an executive order to put construction of the Keystone XL pipeline back on track, voters are less supportive of the project than they’ve been in the past, with opposition among Democrats in particular increasing dramatically from two years ago.
September 22, 2016
Voters Say Pipelines Can Be Built Without Hurting Environment
Opponents of the Dakota Access Pipeline, set to run oil from the Dakotas to Illinois, got the project temporarily shut down last week. Tribal nations and green groups argue that the pipeline will destroy cultural and environmental sites, but voters believe it’s entirely possible to build a pipeline like this without doing that kind of damage.
