Americans are feeling more optimistic about the economy, and a majority of adults favor the Biden administration’s landmark $1.9 trillion coronavirus and economic relief package known as the American Rescue Plan Act. Only 25% oppose the law, which provides funding and economic aid to individuals, businesses, schools, and state and local governments.
Overall, views on the economy are more positive than they were a month ago. Forty-six percent of Americans describe the nation’s economy as positive compared to 37% who felt the same way in February. The positive outlook on the economy is mostly driven by Democrats. A majority of Democrats now think the economy is in good shape compared to those who said the same last month (58% vs. 41%). CONTINUED
AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research
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