Voters Agree One Vote Really Does Matter
Coming out of yesterday’s midterm elections, voters overwhelmingly agree that one person’s vote can make a difference, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they think the process is fair.
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November 7, 2018
November 7, 2018
Most Think Congress Should Focus on Passing Good Legislation
As midterm election results pour in from across the nation, most voters continue to believe it’s incumbent on Congressional representatives to pass good legislation, and are slightly more confident than earlier this year that Capitol Hill will address the nation’s most serious problems.
November 6, 2018
Most Democrats Want Pelosi Out, New Face As Speaker
If the Democrats win control of the House of Representatives in today’s midterm elections, most in the party—and voters in general—want to see former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi out.
November 6, 2018
Voters See Democrats, Not Trump in Driver’s Seat If They Win the House
Most agree President Trump is calling the shots right now, but if Democrats win the House in today’s elections, voters say that’s all going to change.
November 6, 2018
Democrats Are The Most Eager to Vote
Democrats have more of an itch to vote in the midterm elections than Republicans do. Does that spell trouble for the GOP?
November 2, 2018
Policies Trump Party for Voters
When it comes to their vote, voters see a candidate’s policies and track record as far more important than their party or those who support them. They’re also more inclined to vote for someone who will cut spending across the board rather than someone who will make sure they get their fair share.
November 2, 2018
Is Another Silent Red Wave Coming?
Just as in 2016, Democrats are more outspoken about how they’re going to vote in the upcoming elections than Republicans and unaffiliated voters are.
November 1, 2018
Do Voters Always Head To The Polls in Midterm Elections?
Midterm elections usually draw a lower voter turnout. But most voters surveyed by Rasmussen Reports say they always cast a ballot in a midterm election.
October 30, 2018
Most Think Media is More Interested in Controversy Than Candidates
With midterm elections around the corner, most voters think the media is more interested in stirring the pot than reporting on candidate’s platforms.
October 29, 2018
Voters Give The Edge to More Democratic Control in Congress
When to comes to the midterm elections, Democrats have a slight edge when it comes to what voters think is best for the next session of Congress.
October 26, 2018
Confidence Grows In Political Leaders’ Plan For The Future
As the election nears, voters are slightly more confident in the nation’s political players to lead the country into the future.
October 25, 2018
Trump, Economy Top Voter Concerns
President Trump and the economy are the major concerns for voters going into the midterm congressional elections.
October 25, 2018
Voters Think Reporters Trying to Help Democrats in Midterm Elections
Voters think the media is trying to help Democrats in the upcoming elections which helps explain why Democratic voters are much bigger fans of election news coverage than others are.
October 19, 2018
Warren vs. Trump, and the Winner Is …
Despite Senator Elizabeth Warren’s bungled attempt this week to prove her claims of Native American heritage, the Massachusetts Democrat edges President Trump in a hypothetical 2020 presidential election matchup.
October 18, 2018
Most Get Information About Candidates From the News
This election season, most voters are turning to the news to get information about candidates, but some still turn to other sources.
October 18, 2018
Do Voters See Value in Debates?
While almost half of voters have watched at least one candidate debate this midterm election season, they’re split on whether those debates carry any value for them.
October 17, 2018
Voters Say Democrats Likely to Win House, Not Senate
Most voters think Democrats are likely to take charge of the House of Representatives following next month’s elections but expect them to fall short of capturing the Senate, too.
October 16, 2018
Voters Favor Drug Testing Lawmakers
Pennsylvania is considering legislation that would require all state lawmakers be tested for illegal drugs, and voters think that’s a great idea.
October 15, 2018
Voters Reject Clinton’s Call for Incivility
Hillary Clinton last week urged Democrats not to be civil with Republicans over political issues, prompting rare disagreement from former First Lady Michelle Obama. Voters also disagree with Clinton but, unlike her, don’t expect things to improve even if Democrats return to power in Congress.
October 15, 2018
Voters Don't Care Much For Celebrities, Outside Campaign Cash
A lot of voters don't like it when candidates in their state finance their campaigns with money from outsiders, and they aren't moved much by celebrity or political endorsements from out-of-staters either.
