Sex Scandals: Politicians Should Uphold Moral Standards, Voters Say
Most voters still believe politicians should live moral lives, even as political sex scandals make national headlines.
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September 27, 2023
September 26, 2023
Idaho Voters Want Slower Growth, Less Immigration
The population of Idaho has nearly doubled since 1990, and most voters in the state support policies to limit growth and restrict immigration .
September 26, 2023
COVID 2.0? Democrats Fear New Outbreak Most
More than half of Americans are concerned that the COVID-19 pandemic may return, and the fear is largely divided along political lines.
September 25, 2023
Most Voters Want Border Security in Budget Deal
As Congress negotiates a new spending agreement to prevent a government shutdown this week, a majority of voters think securing the border should be part of the deal.
September 22, 2023
Voters See Negative Local Impact from Illegal Immigration
The impact of illegal immigration on local schools, health care and employment is far more negative than positive, according to American voters.
September 21, 2023
Is America Becoming a Police State?
More than two-thirds of American voters are worried that their country is turning into a police state – a tyrannical government that engages in mass surveillance, censorship, ideological indoctrination, and targeting of political opponents.
September 20, 2023
Americans Think Government Workers Have It Made
President Joe Biden plans a historic pay raise for federal workers, but Americans generally believe government employees are already paid more and work less than those in the private sector.
September 20, 2023
33% of Democrats Might Vote for RFK Jr. as Third-Party Candidate
A quarter of Democratic voters favor Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in their party’s primary, and many would vote for Kennedy if he ran as a third-party candidate in 2024.
September 19, 2023
Majority of Voters Worried About Election Cheating in 2024
Concerns about election integrity remain high, with most voters worried that cheating could be a factor in next year’s election.
September 18, 2023
Election 2024: Biden and Trump in Dead Heat, Many Would Vote Third Party
If the 2024 election proves to be a rematch between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, many voters are open to voting for a third-party challenger.
September 15, 2023
Most Georgia Voters Think Trump Prosecution Unfair
The prosecution of former President Donald Trump by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is unfair, according to a majority of Georgia voters, most of whom have concerns about the integrity of elections in their state.
September 14, 2023
Can Trump Get a Fair Trial?
Voters are almost evenly divided over the criminal prosecution of former President Donald Trump.
September 13, 2023
Capitol Riot: Harsh Sentences Divide Voters
Democrats are satisfied with long prison sentences for supporters of former President Donald Trump who rioted at the Capitol on January 6, 2021, but other voters, not so much.
September 12, 2023
70% Want Term Limits for Congress
Voters overwhelmingly support term limits for members of Congress, but don’t expect such a measure to be enacted.
September 11, 2023
Good-Bye, Mitch? Most Want McConnell’s Resignation
Amid questions about Sen. Mitch McConnell’s health, an overwhelming majority of voters agree that the Kentucky Republican should resign his post as Senate Minority Leader.
September 8, 2023
Support for Gun Control Increases
A majority of voters now believe America needs stricter gun control, including a ban on the sale of so-called “assault weapons.”
September 8, 2023
Trump Maintains Primary Lead After First GOP Debate
Former President Donald Trump’s decision to skip the first televised debate among Republican candidates does not appear to have shaken his strong support among GOP voters.
September 7, 2023
COVID-19 Vaccine: Republicans Are Most Skeptical
COVID-19 Vaccine: Republicans Are Most Skeptical
September 5, 2023
‘Bidenomics’: 52% Say Economy Has Gotten Worse
A majority of voters believe economic conditions have worsened under President Joe Biden.
August 31, 2023
Inflation: Voters Expect Issue to Be Important in 2024
An overwhelming majority of American voters still consider inflation a serious problem and expect it to be a key issue in next year’s election.
