Navigator Research: Americans Want the New Congress to Provide a Check on the White House

… This survey confirms what was found in the election-night exit polls: more voters meant to express opposition to Trump (43%) than support (29%). That gap widens slightly when the contrast is framed as a “check and balance” (46%) versus support for Trump (27%). …

As Democrats seek to set their agenda for the first 100 days of the new Congress, they would be wise to remember their strengths and what propelled them to power in the House. The new class of Democrats arrive in Washington with more credibility than Republicans on some of the most important issues facing the country, including protections for patients with pre-existing conditions, Medicare and Social Security, addressing gun violence, and addressing government corruption. On health care overall – the top issue for 2018 voters – Democrats lead by 16 points (48% to 32%), a lead that has widened over the course of 2018. CONT.

Global Strategy Group and GBA Strategies