There has been a lot of talk in recent months about the schism in the Republican Party, with the “Stop the Steal” wing, steadfastly loyal to former President Trump, on one side, and what one Republican pollster referred to me last week as the “reality-based” wing on the other. The […] Read more »
Fox News Poll: High concern over higher prices
Voter concern over inflation remains sky high, as more voters blame higher prices on the pandemic than on the government. At the same time, over half rate their family finances positively — and far fewer are looking for help from Uncle Sam than last year. That’s according to the latest […] Read more »
Fox News Poll: Coronavirus vaccine divides voters over freedom vs. safety
Concerns about coronavirus are rising again — and the political divisions over the country’s response are stark, according to a new Fox News survey released Wednesday. The poll asks voters, when it comes to U.S. policies on COVID vaccinations, what’s more important — protecting the freedom of Americans to choose […] Read more »
Wisconsin: Majorities of voters approve how Biden and Evers are handling coronavirus issues
A new Marquette Law School Poll of Wisconsin registered voters finds 49% approving of the job President Joe Biden is doing as president, 46% disapproving and 4% saying they don’t know. Forty-six percent approve of how Biden is handling the economy, while 48% disapprove and 6% say they don’t know. […] Read more »
Public Opinion on War and Terror: Manipulated or Manipulating?
Leaders, elites, and the media may put ideas on the shelf, but that doesn’t mean people will buy them. And when they do, it may often be best to conclude that the message has struck a responsive chord rather than that the public has been manipulated. As people sort through […] Read more »
When politicians lead with their emotions
Politicians often get criticized for raising their finger in the wind, and following the polls to determine what position they should take on an issue. But increasingly, the most prominent elected officials are leading with their emotions, following the passions of their base before even getting a chance to examine […] Read more »