Most Say Europeans Need More U.S. Help to Fight Terror
Most Americans worry that France is losing the fight against radical Islamic terrorism and think the United States and the rest of the world should step up to help turn the tide.
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April 25, 2017
April 25, 2017
Voters Think U.S. Environment's in Good Shape
With Earth Day just behind us and Arbor Day ahead, most voters think the environment in this country is doing well.
April 24, 2017
Voters Support Labeling MS-13 Gang a Terrorist Group
Following a spate of violent murders in Long Island suspected to be at the hands of the MS-13 street gang, Attorney General Jeff Sessions pushed for labeling the gang as a terrorist organization in an effort to crack down on illegal immigration. Voters support the move, but aren’t so convinced it will cut down on violent crime in the United States.
April 24, 2017
Voters Say Stay the Course in Afghanistan
The United States dropped their biggest non-nuclear bomb on an ISIS camp in Afghanistan earlier this month, and while nearly half of voters still see the Middle East nation as a national security interest, they’re not convinced the situation there is likely to change.
April 21, 2017
Most Say Feds Should ‘Buy, Hire American’ Even If It Costs More
Voters are all for President Trump’s order to federal agencies this week to “aggressively promote and use American-made goods and to ensure that American labor is hired to do the job,” even though many suspect it will cost taxpayers more.
April 20, 2017
40% of Democrats Think Pence is Qualified to be President
A majority of voters view Vice President Mike Pence favorably and believe he is qualified to assume the responsibilities of the presidency, though Democrats largely disagree.
April 19, 2017
Social Media + Politics = Bad News for Voters
Social media sites like Facebook and Twitter are more ubiquitous than ever these days. Even the president himself often turns to Twitter to make his voice heard. But voters aren’t convinced social media has a place in politics. (To see survey question wording, click here.)
April 19, 2017
Voters Like Trump’s Response to North Korean Menace
Voters strongly consider North Korea a danger to the United States and tend to support President Trump’s tough response to that country’s aggressive nuclear weapons program.
April 19, 2017
Voters Think Congress' Job Performance Will Hurt Congressional Candidates
Special congressional elections are in the news, but voters say the current Congress isn't helping the candidates of either major party.
April 18, 2017
GOP Voters Say Trump Won't Sway Them from Voting Republican in Midterms
This year’s special elections are an early indicator if President Donald Trump’s policies are resonating with voters, political commentators say. But it’s clear Republican and Democratic voters have already made up their minds.
April 17, 2017
Americans Still Won't Trade Deductions for Lower Taxes
Even if it means lower tax rates, Americans still aren’t ready to eliminate tax deductions, but they wouldn’t mind a flat tax rate system.
April 13, 2017
Voters Still See Russia As Possible Ally
President Trump says U.S. relations with Russia are at “an all-time low,” but voters think the United States can still work with Russia on some issues.
April 13, 2017
Voters Question Obama-Era Police Agreements, Agree With Sessions' Review
Attorney General Jeff Sessions has ordered a review of the reform agreements President Obama's Justice Department required of several urban police departments following high-profile police shootings.
April 12, 2017
Voters Less Fearful of Worsening U.S.-Russia Relations
Voters appear to be less concerned that tense United States-Russia relations will have a negative impact on America, but they still strongly believe the two nations are headed for another Cold War scenario.
April 12, 2017
Most Democrats Still Say Trump Didn't Win
Democratic National Committee Chairman Tom Perez recently said he doesn't accept that Donald Trump is president. Most Democrats agree.
April 11, 2017
Most Support Trump’s Airstrike But See Syria As A UN Problem
Most voters support President Trump’s missile strike on Syria but feel further action against the Syrian government should come from the United Nations and not the United States alone.
April 10, 2017
Voters Not Convinced Obama Wasn’t In On Trump Spying
Voters are split on whether President Barack Obama or his inner circle were aware that U.S. intelligence agencies were spying on Donald Trump’s campaign, but they don’t believe Obama officials leaked names picked up in the surveillance efforts to the media.
April 10, 2017
GOP Voters See Merit-Based System As Legal Immigration Solution
President Trump has proposed moving toward a merit-based legal immigration system that grants visas based on one’s skill levels rather than their family connections. Republican voters think that’s a pretty good solution.
April 7, 2017
Voters Say Supreme Court Pick Who Pleases Both Parties Unlikely
Voters think it’s unlikely President Trump could nominate anyone to the U.S. Supreme Court who would appeal to both Republicans and Democrats, but they still don’t like the Senate changing its rules to make it easier for a nominee to be confirmed.
April 6, 2017
Most Voters Not Happy With Current U.S.-China Trade Situation
As President Donald Trump prepares for his first meeting with the Chinese president, most voters believe the current trade situation with the two nations benefits Beijing more than Washington.
