Most Prefer ‘Merry Christmas’ to ‘Happy Holidays’
As Americans crowd stores nationwide, most still prefer being greeted by signs that say “Merry Christmas” rather than “Happy Holidays.”
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November 28, 2010
November 28, 2010
Voters Fear Too Much Government ‘Help’ For Economy
Despite continuing concerns about the economy, most voters still worry that the federal government will do too much in trying to turn things around.
November 27, 2010
Voters Recognize U.S. Military Spending Tops Other Countries
Fifty-eight percent (58%) of Likely Voters nationwide recognize that the United States spends more on the military and national security than any other nation in the world. A Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that just 19% disagree, and 24% are not sure.
November 27, 2010
What They Told Us: Reviewing Last Week’s Key Polls - Week Ending November 27, 2010
The holiday season is upon us, and Americans are off to races when it comes to shopping. But even as many will be watching their own spending, another opportunity to say something about how the government spends our money is on the horizon.
November 26, 2010
Calling A Shamrock A Shamrock By Howard Rich
As the European economy grapples with yet another bailout of a bankrupt sovereign state, a storyline is emerging that seeks to frame this latest instance of government interventionism along deliberately disingenuous lines.
November 26, 2010
Voters Say It’s Important Who’s In Congress, Who Runs Congress
Voters are overwhelmingly clear: they want to believe that elections make a difference. But they remain deeply skeptical about the new Congress.
November 26, 2010
For Shoppers, Holidays Are Full of Fun - Or None
As Americans descend on stores nationwide for the sales day known as Black Friday, one-third of Adults agree that holiday shopping is an unpleasant chore. Still, nearly half disagree and say gift shopping for friends and loved ones is a fun activity.
November 25, 2010
Confessions of a Non-Foodie By Debra J. Saunders
I am the opposite of a foodie. My favorite green vegetable is the pea -- fresh or frozen. My second favorite is celery. I like iceberg lettuce. At restaurants, I have been known to look longingly at the children's menu.
November 25, 2010
Make Levies, Not War, on the Rich By Froma Harrop
Most Americans dislike class-warfare talk aimed at rich people. It does not follow that they don't want the wealthiest among us to pay more taxes. Polls show they do. That puts Democrats in the mainstream on such matters. But Democrats still need a sophisticated way to discuss this, one that does not rely on simple-minded formulations pitting a "greedy rich" against an "oppressed poor."
November 25, 2010
54% Regard Thanksgiving as One of the Most Important Holidays
Most Americans continue to view Thanksgiving as one of the nation's most important holidays. A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that 54% of Adults think of Thanksgiving Day that way. Only four percent (4%) say it's one of the least important holidays, while 40% say it’s somewhere in between.
November 24, 2010
28% Say U.S. Heading in Right Direction
Just 28% of U.S. voters now think the country is heading in the right direction, according to a new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey taken the week ending Sunday, November 21. This finding is up slightly from last week and is the same level found the week of the midterm elections.
November 24, 2010
Nearly Half Admit They Will Overindulge This Thanksgiving
It’s no secret that the holiday season is a time of joy, sharing - and eating. Nearly half of Americans admit they will most likely overindulge this Thanksgiving, too.
November 24, 2010
Many Voters Want To Help South Korea Militarily But Not With More Troops
Voters expect tensions between the two Koreas to escalate, and a plurality is supportive of U.S. military assistance to South Korea if it’s attacked. At the same time, a plurality opposes sending more U.S. troops there.
November 24, 2010
Pat Me! By Susan Estrich
A revolt is apparently growing at the grassroots level -- being fanned by politicians and right-wing talking heads -- against the new procedures being used by the TSA to ensure that people with bombs and weapons don't get on airplanes with you and me and our loved ones. If you ask me, it's ridiculous. The revolt, I mean.
November 24, 2010
64% Plan to Shop Online This Holiday Season
More Americans are choosing to avoid the crowds this holiday season by shopping for gifts online.
November 24, 2010
Save Our Troops from Futile Death in Afghanistan By Tony Blankley
The administration's Afghanistan War policy seems to be settling into a dismal combination of confusion and cynicism. Before the November elections the administration was adamant that the troops would start coming home by July 2011. This, it is presumed, was to keep the president's liberals calm.
November 23, 2010
Favorables Up For Top Congressional Leaders Since Election Day
House Republican leader John Boehner has been regularly in the news since Election Day as the likely next speaker of the House, and that coverage has helped push his favorables to a new high. But all the major congressional leaders seem to be benefiting from a little good will since the elections.
November 23, 2010
Most Holiday Shoppers Plan To Spend Less On Gifts This Year
Americans are being a little less tight with their money this holiday season, but most still plan to spend less than they did a year ago.
November 23, 2010
Election 2010 Helped Voters Understand Federal Budget a Bit Better
Forty-one percent (41%) of voters now recognize that the majority of federal spending goes to just national defense, Social Security and Medicare. A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that 39% disagree and say it’s not true, while 20% are not sure.
November 23, 2010
Many Say Government Now Operating Outside the Constitution
Voters are clearly dubious about the size and scope of today’s federal government.
