We’ve become used to displays of braggadocio by politicians (see former President Donald Trump). That’s why it’s notable when a politician admits that the political winds might not be going their way. Such was the case when Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell said this week that Republicans had a better […] Read more »
Will an antiquated voting rule cost Republicans the Senate?
Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell sees the writing on the wall. He thinks the weakness of his party’s Senate nominees may doom his chances of becoming Majority Leader once again. The data support his view. However, there’s a reform that could have avoided this situation – and can potentially help […] Read more »
Californians oppose Biden and Trump running for President in 2024
By a nearly two-to-one margin (61% to 31%) California voters oppose Joe Biden seeking a second term as President in 2024. Republicans are overwhelmingly against the President running again (87% to 9%), while the state’s registered Democrats are evenly split, with 46% in favor and 46% opposed. Despite repeated denials […] Read more »
Where is the public on immigration?
Immigration is a perennial and divisive issue in American politics. Our latest polling with NPR demonstrates just how true that is. As the midterms approach, the misinformation and the heated political rhetoric surrounding immigration seem to be resonating with the public. But why is that? How did we get here? […] Read more »
COVID-19 Vaccines Uncommon for U.S. Children Under Age 5
A recent Gallup poll finds that 14% of U.S. parents of children under age 5 say their child has received a COVID-19 vaccine. This comes about two months after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized emergency use of vaccines for children in this age group. While relatively few children […] Read more »
Vibe Shift
After months of “Democrats are doomed” chatter, there’s been a definite shift in mood and momentum toward the party in power. Republicans are openly fretting about their flawed and under-funded Senate candidates, while Democrats, who not long ago were bemoaning fumbles by the White House and Democratic leadership in Congress, […] Read more »