Individual reactions to the coronavirus pandemic and the public health restrictions that have accompanied it have underscored how powerful negative partisanship can be in the formation of political opinions. In past crises, national shocks have urged partisans to put aside their personal grievances in pursuit of the greater good, but […] Read more »
Social Distancing No Longer the Name of the Game
America is reemerging. We are all very hesitant about the external world. Most probably, the pandemic will leave an indelible mark on us. For how long will we wear masks and social distance? Will we shy away from large crowds? Our world has changed; we have changed. CONT. Clifford Young, […] Read more »
Finding a New Normal
On this week’s episode of Poll Hub, we provide our in-depth analysis of our new national NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist Poll. Are Americans concerned about a second coronavirus wave? When do they think daily life will get back to some sense of normal? We have the answers. Then, it’s a highly controversial […] Read more »
Maryland: Widespread Financial Hardship, Profound Worry, and Postponement of Major Decisions
A new statewide survey of Marylanders conducted by OpinionWorks on the impacts of COVID-19 shows that residents across the state are deeply worried that they or someone in their immediate family will contract the illness, that half of Marylanders are impacted financially, and large numbers are postponing or canceling major […] Read more »
Economic Attitudes as the Country Starts to Reopen
As all 50 states start to re-engage sectors of their economy, most Americans continue to say the national economy is in poor condition and many are feeling financial effects of the coronavirus pandemic. When restrictions are lifted, reconnecting with friends and family, getting a haircut, and shopping for fun are […] Read more »
What the Polls Can’t Tell Us
All of us are desperate to get our lives back to some sense of normalcy. We want to know if we can send the kids back to school this fall, hang out at our favorite restaurant, and hug our parents. Those of us in the politics business are wondering if […] Read more »