When Americans are asked whether they support a “Medicare for all” system that would replace all current insurance with a generous government program, a majority often say yes. But when they’re asked follow-up questions, they often reveal that they’re not familiar with the details of that plan — or that […] Read more »
Fractured Nation: From Impeachment to Issue Priorities, Democrats and Republicans Inhabiting Increasingly Different Worlds
Amidst the backdrop of an impeachment inquiry and the Democratic Presidential primary race, a landmark survey of 2,527 Americans released today by PRRI finds Democrats and Republicans increasingly divided on issues including immigration, health care, and impeachment heading into the 2020 election cycle. PRRI’s 10th annual 2019 American Values Survey […] Read more »
In Their Own Words: Behind Americans’ Views of ‘Socialism’ and ‘Capitalism’
For many Americans, “socialism” is a word that evokes a weakened work ethic, stifled innovation and excessive reliance on the government. For others, it represents a fairer, more generous society. Critics of socialism point to Venezuela as an example of a country where it has failed. People with positive views […] Read more »
Fox News Poll: Voters are frustrated with government, nervous about economy
Many voters are frustrated with how the federal government is working and a growing number are nervous about the economy — yet ratings of economic conditions remain higher than before President Trump took office, according to the latest Fox News Poll. While 37 percent feel confident about the economy, 48 […] Read more »
Of Course Americans Are Turning to Social Democracy
There is a debate underway within the Democratic Party over what kind of candidate can beat Donald Trump in 2020. A centrist candidate will attract moderate Republican voters, but perhaps demobilize young, minority, college-educated Democrats. A more exciting, perhaps more radical candidate, will mobilize Democrats but scare away moderate Republicans. […] Read more »
Fox News Poll: Biden holds commanding lead for Democratic nomination
Joe Biden is the lone top tier candidate in the Democratic nomination race, according to the latest Fox News Poll. The former vice president captures 33 percent support among Democratic primary voters (up one point since June). That’s more than double any of the second-tier competitors, which includes Bernie Sanders […] Read more »