Prepared by Verasight

MPSA Omnibus

Survey results from a nationally representative sample of adults aged 18+.

3,000 respondents
3 modules (n = 1,000 each)
May 13, 2026May 18, 2026
131 questions

Key Takeaways

Module 1

Institutions, Courts, and Governance

Q1.1

Supreme Court Supremacy

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement:

Supreme Court decisions must always be carried out even if it means limiting the power of Congress and the president to ensure the Court gets its way.

(N = 1,000)
24%
29%
27%
12%
8%
Agree stronglyAgree somewhatNeither agree nor disagreeDisagree somewhatDisagree strongly

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Agree strongly18%22%28%30%
Agree somewhat30%26%28%32%
Neither agree nor disagree33%32%27%15%
Disagree somewhat13%12%11%13%
Disagree strongly6%8%7%10%
Q1.2

Expanding Supreme Court Jurisdiction

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement:

The U.S. Supreme Court should have the right to decide even more kinds of cases than it does now.

(N = 1,000)
13%
26%
33%
17%
10%
Agree stronglyAgree somewhatNeither agree nor disagreeDisagree somewhatDisagree strongly

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Agree strongly12%14%16%12%
Agree somewhat25%26%30%23%
Neither agree nor disagree33%37%32%30%
Disagree somewhat19%14%15%20%
Disagree strongly10%9%7%15%
Q1.3

Supreme Court Needs No Reform

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement:

The U.S. Supreme Court is just fine the way it is. It does not need to be reformed.

(N = 1,000)
16%
14%
23%
24%
23%
Agree stronglyAgree somewhatNeither agree nor disagreeDisagree somewhatDisagree strongly

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Agree strongly8%11%19%28%
Agree somewhat12%11%17%16%
Neither agree nor disagree26%30%22%10%
Disagree somewhat34%24%19%21%
Disagree strongly20%24%24%25%
Q1.4

Stronger Controls on Supreme Court

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement:

It is inevitable the U.S. Supreme Court gets mixed up in politics; therefore, we ought to have stronger means of controlling the Court's actions.

(N = 1,000)
22%
32%
26%
11%
9%
Agree stronglyAgree somewhatNeither agree nor disagreeDisagree somewhatDisagree strongly

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Agree strongly19%19%28%22%
Agree somewhat38%36%31%22%
Neither agree nor disagree31%30%23%21%
Disagree somewhat8%8%9%20%
Disagree strongly3%8%10%14%
Q1.5

Court as Final Constitutional Word

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement:

The U.S. Supreme Court should have the right to say what the Constitution means, even when a majority of the people disagree with its decisions.

(N = 1,000)
27%
28%
24%
13%
8%
Agree stronglyAgree somewhatNeither agree nor disagreeDisagree somewhatDisagree strongly

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Agree strongly19%20%30%38%
Agree somewhat27%25%30%32%
Neither agree nor disagree25%30%22%16%
Disagree somewhat19%16%12%7%
Disagree strongly9%9%6%7%
Q1.6

Trust in Supreme Court

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement:

The Supreme Court can usually be trusted to make decision that are right for the country as a whole.

(N = 1,000)
14%
32%
25%
16%
14%
Agree stronglyAgree somewhatNeither agree nor disagreeDisagree somewhatDisagree strongly

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Agree strongly9%11%18%19%
Agree somewhat26%30%35%35%
Neither agree nor disagree29%28%24%18%
Disagree somewhat24%15%14%12%
Disagree strongly13%16%10%15%
Q1.7

Reducing Supreme Court Jurisdiction

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement:

The right of the Supreme Court to decide certain kinds of cases should be reduced.

(N = 1,000)
10%
21%
37%
21%
12%
Agree stronglyAgree somewhatNeither agree nor disagreeDisagree somewhatDisagree strongly

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Agree strongly12%9%9%9%
Agree somewhat23%23%21%16%
Neither agree nor disagree40%43%36%27%
Disagree somewhat19%16%21%28%
Disagree strongly5%8%14%20%
Q1.8

Abolishing the Supreme Court

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statement:

If the U.S. Supreme Court started making a lot of decisions people disagreed with, it might be better to do away with the Supreme Court altogether.

(N = 1,000)
8%
13%
23%
21%
35%
Agree stronglyAgree somewhatNeither agree nor disagreeDisagree somewhatDisagree strongly

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Agree strongly16%8%7%4%
Agree somewhat16%19%7%7%
Neither agree nor disagree29%29%19%13%
Disagree somewhat20%20%26%20%
Disagree strongly20%24%42%56%
Q1.9

Voting for Court Defiers

If an elected official seeking reelection had refused to follow a decision of the U.S. Supreme Court, how likely would you be to vote for that candidate?

(N = 1,000)
35%
20%
26%
6%
4%
10%
Very unlikelySomewhat unlikelyNeither likely nor unlikelySomewhat likelyVery likelyNot sure

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Very unlikely23%28%41%48%
Somewhat unlikely21%15%23%22%
Neither likely nor unlikely31%31%24%16%
Somewhat likely6%10%4%3%
Very likely7%5%3%2%
Not sure12%11%6%9%
Q1.10

Breaking Rules to Counter Opponents

To what extent do you agree with the following statement:

“When the other side cheats to win elections or get the policies they want, it is important that we fight back by also breaking the rules, even if it means violating our principles.”

(N = 1,000)
10%
14%
20%
22%
35%
Strongly agreeSomewhat agreeNeither agree nor disagreeSomewhat disagreeStrongly disagree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly agree12%13%6%6%
Somewhat agree17%15%10%13%
Neither agree nor disagree27%22%17%12%
Somewhat disagree21%19%26%24%
Strongly disagree24%31%41%45%
Q1.11

Cross-Coalition for Democracy

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?:

“It is worth allying with groups you strongly disagree with to defend democracy.”

(N = 1,000)
9%
16%
37%
29%
10%
Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeither agree nor disagreeAgreeStrongly agree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly disagree8%8%8%11%
Disagree12%15%17%20%
Neither agree nor disagree31%41%40%33%
Agree38%27%23%28%
Strongly agree11%10%12%9%
Q1.12

Filibuster Convenience

Would you say the filibuster is a convenient framework in the Senate? A filibuster is the practice or an instance of impeding or delaying legislative action, as by making long speeches until a deadline is passed.

(N = 1,000)
42%
58%
YesNo

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes33%45%42%46%
No67%55%58%54%
Q1.13

Justified Political Violence

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:

We may have to resort to violence to save American from domestic threats

(N = 1,000)
29%
17%
22%
21%
10%
Strongly disagreeSomewhat disagreeNeither agree nor disagreeSomewhat agreeStrongly agree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly disagree21%24%36%37%
Somewhat disagree20%19%12%16%
Neither agree nor disagree30%26%19%14%
Somewhat agree19%21%23%22%
Strongly agree10%10%10%10%
Q1.14

Suppressing Political Debate

Please indicate to which extent you agree or disagree to the following statement:

In the current situation we cannot afford longer political debate and diversity of opinion.

(N = 1,000)
27%
28%
33%
12%
Strongly disagreeSomewhat disagreeSomewhat agreeStrongly agree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly disagree24%22%27%36%
Somewhat disagree31%27%27%27%
Somewhat agree31%38%34%28%
Strongly agree14%13%12%9%
Q1.15

Legitimate National Emergencies

Which of the following do you consider a genuine national emergency that would justify a president declaring a state of emergency? (Select all that apply.)

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
A terrorist attack
80%
A natural disaster (hurricane, earthquake, wildfire)
74%
A public health epidemic
74%
A financial crisis
40%
A widespread political unrest
31%
A surge in immigration at the border
29%
None of the above
6%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
A terrorist attack75%75%84%87%
A natural disaster (hurricane, earthquake, wildfire)62%71%83%80%
A public health epidemic76%70%74%77%
A financial crisis43%46%34%34%
A widespread political unrest24%28%33%38%
A surge in immigration at the border15%27%36%39%
None of the above6%7%5%6%
Q1.16

Limiting Extreme Online Speech

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:

“Limiting extreme political speech online is necessary for democracy.”

(N = 1,000)
30%
32%
29%
9%
Disagree stronglyDisagree somewhatAgree somewhatAgree strongly

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Disagree strongly29%29%33%30%
Disagree somewhat33%32%33%30%
Agree somewhat26%29%25%32%
Agree strongly11%10%9%8%
Q1.17

Charitable Tax Exemption

Do you think that charitable foundations should continue to be tax-exempt in the US?

(N = 1,000)
52%
21%
27%
YesNoUnsure

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes51%48%54%56%
No19%24%21%17%
Unsure29%29%25%27%
Q1.18

Federal Reserve Job Approval

Do you approve on a scale of 1-7 of the federal reserves job handling its mission?

(N = 1,000)
12%
7%
12%
43%
11%
8%
8%
No (1)23Kinda (4)56Yes (7)

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
No (1)9%15%11%11%
29%6%5%7%
315%12%7%14%
Kinda (4)46%45%49%31%
59%11%12%13%
65%6%9%10%
Yes (7)6%4%7%14%
Q1.19

Support for Federal Bureaucracy

The federal bureaucracy is often referred to as the fourth branch of government. It consists of roughly 2.9 million civilian employees who carry out the daily operations of the United States federal government. In general, do you support or oppose the federal bureaucracy?

(N = 1,000)
17%
22%
40%
13%
8%
SupportSomewhat supportNeither support nor opposeSomewhat opposeOppose

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Support17%16%17%20%
Somewhat support22%17%23%26%
Neither support nor oppose48%46%37%27%
Somewhat oppose7%12%16%18%
Oppose5%8%8%10%
Q1.20

Committee Assignments Guess

House Representatives are expected to serve on 2 legislative committees. A committee is a small group of members of Congress responsible for reviewing and debating proposed laws.

Which two (2) committees do you think Representative LaToya Williams serves on? Please make your best guess.

(N = 1,000)
Education and Labor
54%
Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs
47%
Ways and Means
36%
Appropriations
35%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Education and Labor63%53%51%52%
Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs54%45%47%45%
Ways and Means32%36%37%40%
Appropriations34%35%34%38%
Q1.21

Trump TSA Pay Order

Do you approve or disapprove of President Trump’s order to pay TSA agents during the recent partial government shutdown?

(N = 1,000)
9%
5%
13%
27%
38%
8%
Strongly disagreeDisagreeNot sureAgreeStrongly agreeHaven’t heard about this

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly disagree11%12%4%6%
Disagree7%7%4%3%
Not sure15%15%14%9%
Agree29%24%27%28%
Strongly agree22%34%44%51%
Haven’t heard about this16%8%6%3%
Q1.22

Local Infrastructure Change

Has the local infrastructure (roads, bridges, sewers, etc.) in your neighborhood improved or worsened in the past year?

(N = 1,000)
5%
18%
42%
21%
14%
Improved a lotImproved a bitStayed the sameWorsened a bitWorsened a lot

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Improved a lot7%5%4%4%
Improved a bit18%17%19%20%
Stayed the same50%43%37%39%
Worsened a bit15%18%25%24%
Worsened a lot10%17%15%13%
Q1.23

Bureaucratic Power in Policymaking

When bureaucratic agencies implement public policy, sometimes they must strictly follow the letter of the law, and sometimes bureaucrats are able to make their own decisions about how to implement public policy.

How much power do you think bureaucrats should have in making public policy decisions?

(N = 1,000)
4%
29%
39%
16%
12%
A lot of powerA moderate amount of powerNot a lot of powerNo power at allI have no opinion

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
A lot of power7%3%4%2%
A moderate amount of power38%30%27%25%
Not a lot of power36%36%43%44%
No power at all6%14%19%23%
I have no opinion14%18%7%7%
Q1.24

Parental Policy Priorities

Parents with young children in our country often struggle to manage the competing work and caregiving needs. If you had a say in making up the Federal budget this year and could choose one of the following policy options to support these parents, which would you prefer?

(N = 1,000)
Child Care Policy: Support parents' ability to work by providing access to early care and education resources.
37%
Parental Leave Policy: Support parents in temporarily leaving their jobs to care for their children.
20%
Income Support Policy: Provide direct financial resources so parents can decide how to meet their caregiving needs.
29%
None of the above: I do not support any of these policies.
15%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Child Care Policy: Support parents' ability to work by providing access to early care and education resources.39%30%38%44%
Parental Leave Policy: Support parents in temporarily leaving their jobs to care for their children.21%20%19%18%
Income Support Policy: Provide direct financial resources so parents can decide how to meet their caregiving needs.35%38%22%17%
None of the above: I do not support any of these policies.6%12%20%21%
Q1.25

Skipping Review: Tax Software

The US government wants to modernize the software used for processing federal tax return to make it faster. To launch the update, the government seeks to act immediately without waiting for the standard Congressional budget review or Public audit.

How unacceptable or acceptable would this be?

(N = 1,000)
23%
17%
22%
25%
12%
Completely unacceptableMostly unacceptableSlightly unacceptableSlightly acceptableCompletely acceptable

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Completely unacceptable16%20%23%32%
Mostly unacceptable20%15%18%18%
Slightly unacceptable25%26%20%16%
Slightly acceptable27%27%27%19%
Completely acceptable12%11%11%15%
Q1.26

Skipping Review: Border Detention

The government reports a surge in unauthorized border entries by military-aged individuals from a hostile nation. To secure the border, the government seeks to implement immediate detention and screening measures without waiting for court for Congressional approval.

How unacceptable or acceptable would this be?

(N = 1,000)
23%
11%
15%
15%
14%
22%
Completely unacceptableMostly unacceptableSlightly unacceptableSlightly acceptableMostly acceptableCompletely acceptable

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Completely unacceptable28%23%21%23%
Mostly unacceptable12%13%7%10%
Slightly unacceptable18%17%15%10%
Slightly acceptable22%18%12%9%
Mostly acceptable9%13%18%15%
Completely acceptable11%17%27%33%
Q1.27

Skipping Review: Terror Attack

Intelligence warns of a physical terrorist attack planned against a major city. To prevent the attack, the government seeks to take immediate action without waiting for court of Congressional approval.

How unacceptable or acceptable would this be?

(N = 1,000)
8%
9%
11%
17%
22%
32%
Completely unacceptableMostly unacceptableSlightly unacceptableSlightly acceptableMostly acceptableCompletely acceptable

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Completely unacceptable7%9%7%7%
Mostly unacceptable8%11%7%10%
Slightly unacceptable14%13%11%7%
Slightly acceptable20%19%20%11%
Mostly acceptable25%22%21%20%
Completely acceptable25%26%35%46%
Q1.28

Skipping Review: Cyber Threat

Foreign actors are using AI and digital networks to sabotage national security infrastructure. To neutralize this threat, the government seeks to deploy autonomous surveillance without waiting for court or Congressional approval.

How unacceptable or acceptable would this be?

(N = 1,000)
17%
15%
17%
19%
16%
17%
Completely unacceptableMostly unacceptableSlightly unacceptableSlightly acceptableMostly acceptableCompletely acceptable

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Completely unacceptable19%21%15%11%
Mostly unacceptable20%11%14%17%
Slightly unacceptable18%24%15%9%
Slightly acceptable24%19%19%15%
Mostly acceptable11%12%18%23%
Completely acceptable9%14%20%25%
Q1.29

Emergency Powers and Military Force

When a president governs under a declared state of emergency, how likely do you think the president is to use military force abroad compared to normal circumstances?

(N = 1,000)
3%
5%
33%
37%
23%
Much less likelySomewhat less likelyAbout the sameSomewhat more likelyMuch more likely

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Much less likely4%2%4%1%
Somewhat less likely3%5%4%7%
About the same29%37%32%31%
Somewhat more likely42%33%35%40%
Much more likely22%23%26%21%
Q1.30

Trust in Different Americans

To what extent do you trust Americans who are not like you to act in the US’s best interest?

(N = 1,000)
26%
36%
27%
5%
6%
Not at allA littleMost of the timeA lotNone of the above

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Not at all22%30%29%20%
A little41%33%39%34%
Most of the time25%23%26%38%
A lot6%5%3%5%
None of the above6%9%3%4%
Q1.31

Higher Education Concerns by Type

When you think about problems in American higher education, which type of institution(s) concerns you the most? Select all that apply .

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
For-profit colleges
40%
Elite private universities (Ivy league, highly selective schools)
39%
Large public research universities (State flagship universities)
29%
Community colleges (city/county community colleges)
19%
I don't have major concerns about higher education.
30%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
For-profit colleges40%43%35%40%
Elite private universities (Ivy league, highly selective schools)37%36%39%44%
Large public research universities (State flagship universities)22%29%29%34%
Community colleges (city/county community colleges)18%22%17%16%
I don't have major concerns about higher education.31%29%28%30%
Q1.32

Credit for Farmers

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement:

“The American public gives farmers enough credit for producing the food that feeds the country.”

(N = 1,000)
6%
14%
22%
33%
26%
Strongly agreeAgreeNeither agree nor disagreeDisagreeStrongly disagree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly agree10%7%3%4%
Agree16%15%11%13%
Neither agree nor disagree24%24%21%17%
Disagree34%26%36%38%
Strongly disagree16%29%30%28%
Q1.33

Trust in People

Do you think that’s most people can be trusted or do you think you can’t be too careful these days?

(N = 1,000)
27%
73%
Most can be trustedCan’t be too careful

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Most can be trusted30%22%26%34%
Can’t be too careful70%78%74%66%
Q1.34

Government and Rule of Law

You will now be shown several statements. Please mark all those you AGREE with. (Select as many as you prefer.)

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
The government should apply the law equally to all people, including people from other political parties
84%
Government officials should always follow court orders, even if they fundamentally disagree with the orders
62%
The government should make laws that the people want, even if that means that some people’s rights are unprotected
13%
Sometimes government leaders should ignore the law in order to get things done
7%
None of the above
7%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
The government should apply the law equally to all people, including people from other political parties83%78%85%92%
Government officials should always follow court orders, even if they fundamentally disagree with the orders53%54%68%75%
The government should make laws that the people want, even if that means that some people’s rights are unprotected13%13%14%12%
Sometimes government leaders should ignore the law in order to get things done7%9%7%5%
None of the above5%12%4%4%
Q1.35

Importance of Empathy

How important do you think empathy is for society?

(N = 1,000)
3%
7%
16%
26%
44%
4%
Not at all importantSlightly importantSomewhat importantVery importantExtremely importantDon’t know / Not Sure

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Not at all important1%4%4%2%
Slightly important6%7%8%6%
Somewhat important11%17%18%18%
Very important22%24%27%32%
Extremely important58%41%41%37%
Don’t know / Not Sure3%6%3%5%
Q1.36

What Makes Protests Successful

When considering whether a protest is successful or not, which characteristic do you believe is most important for a protest to be considered as successful?

(N = 1,000)
Obtained protest goals
38%
Implemented policies the public desires
27%
Reduction of inequality
14%
Obtained a leadership role
6%
Economic opportunities are more readily available
14%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Obtained protest goals47%33%38%38%
Implemented policies the public desires21%28%27%33%
Reduction of inequality16%14%13%15%
Obtained a leadership role6%7%6%3%
Economic opportunities are more readily available10%18%15%12%
Q1.37

Needle Exchange in Neighborhood

Would you be comfortable with a needle and syringe program (NSP) in your neighborhood?

(N = 1,000)
28%
42%
31%
YesNoUnsure

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes37%30%22%22%
No25%39%48%52%
Unsure38%31%29%26%
Q1.38

Childhood Public Assistance Receipt

Before turning age 18, did you or your parents (or guardians) participate in any means-tested public assistance programs such as Medicaid or Food Stamps?

(N = 1,000)
26%
67%
7%
YesNoI don’t know

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes32%40%18%8%
No58%51%76%89%
I don’t know10%9%6%3%
Q1.39

Food Insecurity Past Year

In the past 12 months have you ever gone without food for a period of greater than 24 hours?

(N = 1,000)
18%
82%
YesNo

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes23%24%17%6%
No77%76%83%94%
Q1.40

Constitutional Power of the Purse

Under the U.S. Constitution, which part of government has the power to decide how money is spent?

(N = 1,000)
77%
7%
3%
13%
CongressThe PresidentThe CourtsNone of the above

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Congress72%69%83%87%
The President11%10%5%2%
The Courts4%4%1%1%
None of the above13%17%11%10%
Q1.41

Polymarket Use

To what extent do you use Polymarket (the online prediction market platform)?

(N = 1,000)
2%
2%
7%
4%
84%
A great dealA lotA moderate amountA littleNot at all

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
A great deal3%2%0%0%
A lot4%4%0%0%
A moderate amount8%11%4%4%
A little8%6%2%2%
Not at all77%76%94%93%
Q1.42

Restricting BLM Protests

How acceptable would it be for the government to restrict protest activities by Black Lives Matter to maintain public order?

(N = 1,000)
Very acceptable
20%
Somewhat acceptable
13%
Neither acceptable nor unacceptable
20%
Somewhat unacceptable
14%
Very unacceptable
33%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Very acceptable10%18%24%26%
Somewhat acceptable16%12%12%14%
Neither acceptable nor unacceptable21%24%20%15%
Somewhat unacceptable20%15%10%12%
Very unacceptable33%32%34%33%
Q1.43

State Bureaucrat Motivations

Do you believe that state-level bureaucrats in your state act in the best interests of the public using their unique expertise, or in the interest of advancing their own political ideology, a mixture of both?

(N = 1,000)
In the interest of the public using their unique expertise
9%
In the interest of advancing their own political ideology
47%
A mixture of both the interest of the public and their own ideology
44%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
In the interest of the public using their unique expertise11%8%8%9%
In the interest of advancing their own political ideology39%52%50%43%
A mixture of both the interest of the public and their own ideology50%40%42%48%
Module 2

Elections, Parties, and Political Behavior

Q2.1

AI in Campaign Materials

Many businesses and organizations have begun using Artificial Intelligence models like Chat-GPT to assist with administrative tasks, writing, and computer coding. If you discovered that a political campaign used AI to write materials like campaign websites, advertising materials, and scripts for canvassers, would you be more likely, less likely or equally likely to support the candidate?

(N = 1,000)
24%
21%
44%
7%
4%
Much less likelySomewhat less likelyNeither more or less likelySomewhat more likelyMuch more likely

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Much less likely30%22%24%21%
Somewhat less likely21%22%17%24%
Neither more or less likely28%43%51%53%
Somewhat more likely14%8%4%3%
Much more likely7%5%3%0%
Q2.2

Reasons Against Crossover Voting

Some voters in states with open primaries, which allow voters to choose in which primary they vote, will cast a ballot in the opposing party’s primary (e.g. a Republican voting in the Democratic primary or vice versa). Other voters disapprove of turning out to the opposing party’s primary, citing multiple reasons. Which of these reasons do you agree with? Select all that apply.

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
I think only voters who belong to a party should vote in its primary.
33%
I wouldn’t like to support any opposing party candidate.
25%
Other voters think it would be wrong for me to vote in the opposing party’s primary.
11%
I do not know enough about candidates in the opposing party’s primary.
21%
I do not know if I am eligible to vote in the opposing party’s primary in my state.
12%
I do not want to miss out on my own party’s primary.
29%
None of the above
19%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
I think only voters who belong to a party should vote in its primary.28%29%34%44%
I wouldn’t like to support any opposing party candidate.30%22%23%28%
Other voters think it would be wrong for me to vote in the opposing party’s primary.17%11%11%7%
I do not know enough about candidates in the opposing party’s primary.25%23%19%17%
I do not know if I am eligible to vote in the opposing party’s primary in my state.11%12%11%14%
I do not want to miss out on my own party’s primary.30%26%24%38%
None of the above19%21%20%16%
Q2.3

Party Identification

Do you usually think of yourself as a Republican, as a Democrat, or as an Independent?

(N = 1,000)
32%
33%
34%
RepublicanDemocratIndependent

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Republican23%34%34%36%
Democrat41%30%34%31%
Independent36%37%32%33%
Q2.4

Interest in Abortion Policy

Do you care about abortion policy in the US?

(N = 1,000)
10%
14%
31%
46%
No, not reallySometimesGenerally yesDefinitely, yes

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
No, not really9%11%10%9%
Sometimes15%14%18%8%
Generally yes23%33%34%30%
Definitely, yes53%43%39%53%
Q2.5

2026 Voting Plans

Are you a voter, and are you planning on voting in the upcoming November 2026 election?

(N = 1,000)
I have voted before, and I am planning to vote this Fall
78%
I have not voted before, and I am not planning on voting this Fall
8%
I have not voted before, but I am planning to vote this Fall
5%
I have voted before, but I am not planning on voting this Fall
9%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
I have voted before, and I am planning to vote this Fall62%75%85%90%
I have not voted before, and I am not planning on voting this Fall14%11%4%3%
I have not voted before, but I am planning to vote this Fall10%5%3%1%
I have voted before, but I am not planning on voting this Fall14%10%7%6%
Q2.6

2026 Senate Winner Prediction

Thinking about the upcoming election in November 2026, which party do you think will win the most seats in the U.S. Senate?

(N = 1,000)
36%
39%
25%
RepublicansDemocratsDon’t know

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Republicans29%37%38%39%
Democrats45%36%35%42%
Don’t know26%27%27%20%
Q2.7

2026 House Winner Prediction

Thinking about the upcoming election in November 2026, which party do you think will win the most seats in the U.S. House of Representatives?

(N = 1,000)
35%
39%
26%
RepublicansDemocratsI don’t know

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Republicans29%39%38%32%
Democrats42%33%36%49%
I don’t know28%28%26%20%
Q2.8

Economic Outlook

Thinking about the economy, are you feeling optimistic or pessimistic about the future?

(N = 1,000)
Very optimistic
16%
Somewhat optimistic
21%
Never optimistic or pessimistic
19%
Somewhat pessimistic
43%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Very optimistic15%14%17%18%
Somewhat optimistic21%18%25%22%
Never optimistic or pessimistic20%23%16%16%
Somewhat pessimistic43%44%42%45%
Q2.9

Plans for 2026 Elections

Which of the following best describes your plans for the 2026 elections?

(N = 1,000)
I will vote for the Republican candidate no matter what
15%
I will vote for the Democratic candidate no matter what
24%
I will compare the policy positions of the Democratic and Republican candidates and vote for the candidate I agree with the most
23%
I will vote for the candidate with the best qualifications, character and values
25%
I will not vote or will vote third party
12%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
I will vote for the Republican candidate no matter what11%13%20%19%
I will vote for the Democratic candidate no matter what29%19%23%27%
I will compare the policy positions of the Democratic and Republican candidates and vote for the candidate I agree with the most21%27%24%20%
I will vote for the candidate with the best qualifications, character and values23%24%25%28%
I will not vote or will vote third party16%17%9%5%
Q2.10

Overseas Voter Partisan Activity

Millions of Americans live outside of the US. Do you support or oppose allowing these Americans to participate in partisan activities, like voting in a Democratic or Republican primary election, while living abroad?

(N = 1,000)
32%
28%
22%
19%
Strongly supportSomewhat supportSomewhat opposeStrongly oppose

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly support31%27%29%41%
Somewhat support35%26%27%25%
Somewhat oppose20%21%25%22%
Strongly oppose14%25%19%12%
Q2.11

State Voter Registration Methods

States differ in how they allow citizens to register and vote. To the best of your knowledge, does your state allow citizens to do any of the following for federal elections? Please select all that apply.

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
Vote in person prior to Election Day, typically called early voting or in-person absentee voting
55%
Vote by mail using a standard (non-absentee) ballot
45%
Register to vote at Department of Motor Vehicles or other government agency
44%
Require voters show voter identification at their polling place
42%
Vote by mail using an absentee ballot without requiring an excuse, typically called no-excuse absentee voting
38%
Register to vote online
36%
Register to vote on the same day, typically called Election Day registration
25%
Don't know
16%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Vote in person prior to Election Day, typically called early voting or in-person absentee voting57%48%55%65%
Vote by mail using a standard (non-absentee) ballot49%39%45%49%
Register to vote at Department of Motor Vehicles or other government agency40%41%46%49%
Require voters show voter identification at their polling place39%37%42%53%
Vote by mail using an absentee ballot without requiring an excuse, typically called no-excuse absentee voting36%32%39%47%
Register to vote online49%35%33%30%
Register to vote on the same day, typically called Election Day registration27%22%26%24%
Don't know14%22%17%8%
Q2.12

Climate as Voting Issue

Thinking about how climate change might affect your vote for major offices, would you — only vote for a candidate that shares your views on climate change, would you consider a candidate’s position on climate change as just one of many important factors when voting, or would you not consider climate change as a major issue?

(N = 1,000)
Only vote for a candidate who shares your views
21%
One of many important factors
50%
Not a major issue
29%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Only vote for a candidate who shares your views30%20%21%16%
One of many important factors51%53%45%50%
Not a major issue19%27%34%34%
Q2.13

Confidence in Vote Count

How confident are you that votes in your state will be counted as voters intend in the national election this November?

(N = 1,000)
34%
40%
17%
8%
Very confidentSomewhat confidentNot too confidentNot at all confident

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Very confident33%26%34%47%
Somewhat confident42%46%39%30%
Not too confident18%16%19%15%
Not at all confident7%11%7%7%
Q2.14

Overseas Voting Rights

Americans living abroad can currently vote by absentee ballot in the U.S. state where they last lived. In your view, which comes closes to your position?

(N = 1,000)
All Americans living abroad should be able to vote unconditionally. US citizenship alone guarantees the right to vote, regardless of why someone lives overseas
43%
Americans serving abroad in the military or as government diplomats should be able to vote freely, but civilians who chose to move abroad should have to prove ongoing ties to their home state
31%
Only Americans abroad for service to the country, military personnel and government diplomats, should be able to vote; civilians who chose to live abroad have voluntarily left their communities
21%
Americans living abroad should not be able to vote in U.S. elections, regardless of the reason they are overseas
5%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
All Americans living abroad should be able to vote unconditionally. US citizenship alone guarantees the right to vote, regardless of why someone lives overseas45%40%39%48%
Americans serving abroad in the military or as government diplomats should be able to vote freely, but civilians who chose to move abroad should have to prove ongoing ties to their home state32%29%32%32%
Only Americans abroad for service to the country, military personnel and government diplomats, should be able to vote; civilians who chose to live abroad have voluntarily left their communities18%23%24%17%
Americans living abroad should not be able to vote in U.S. elections, regardless of the reason they are overseas5%8%5%2%
Q2.15

Threat From In-Party Leaders

Think of the party you most identify with. Now, indicate the extent to which you think American identity is under threat by officials by certain leaders in your party .

(N = 1,000)
22%
26%
34%
10%
8%
Not at allNot muchSomewhatA lotA great deal

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Not at all13%18%23%33%
Not much31%19%29%27%
Somewhat39%40%31%25%
A lot10%13%9%6%
A great deal7%9%7%8%
Q2.16

Working With Opponents on Democracy

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:

“When democracy is under threat, it is more important to work with political opponents to protect it than to stand firmly with your own side.”

(N = 1,000)
6%
7%
37%
34%
15%
Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeither agree nor disagreeAgreeStrongly agree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly disagree5%3%7%10%
Disagree4%8%8%9%
Neither agree nor disagree40%39%35%32%
Agree37%35%33%32%
Strongly agree13%15%16%17%
Q2.17

Meaning of Ideology

Ideology is a term used often in politics today. But, ideology can mean different things to different people. If you had to pick only one option, which answer best describes ideology to you?

(N = 1,000)
Opinions about political issues
52%
Supporting a political party
11%
Connecting with friends and family who are like me
18%
I am not sure what ideology means
19%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Opinions about political issues54%43%53%63%
Supporting a political party9%15%10%7%
Connecting with friends and family who are like me24%20%15%13%
I am not sure what ideology means13%22%22%17%
Q2.18

Threat From Opposing Party

Think of the political party you most identify with. Now, indicate the extent to which you think American identity is under threat by officials from the opposing political party ?

(N = 1,000)
4%
8%
29%
21%
38%
Not at allNot muchSomewhatA lotA great deal

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Not at all1%6%4%4%
Not much10%9%7%5%
Somewhat30%37%32%16%
A lot28%18%17%21%
A great deal31%31%40%55%
Q2.19

View of DSA

Do you have a positive or negative view of the political group, the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)?

(N = 1,000)
8%
12%
25%
10%
24%
21%
Strongly positiveSomewhat positiveNeither positive nor negativeSomewhat negativeStrongly negativeI haven’t thoughts about it

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly positive14%8%7%5%
Somewhat positive21%13%9%6%
Neither positive nor negative24%25%25%25%
Somewhat negative8%14%8%8%
Strongly negative11%17%32%37%
I haven’t thoughts about it22%23%18%19%
Q2.20

Party Representing Women

Do you think that the interests of women are more represented by the Republican Party or the Democratic Party?

(N = 1,000)
Much more by the Republican Party
13%
Somewhat more by the Republican Party
7%
A little more by the Republican Party
6%
Neither by Republicans nor Democrats
25%
A little more by the Democratic Party
11%
Somewhat more by the Democratic Party
10%
Much more by the Democratic Party
28%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Much more by the Republican Party10%10%14%18%
Somewhat more by the Republican Party5%7%8%8%
A little more by the Republican Party6%6%7%4%
Neither by Republicans nor Democrats22%32%24%18%
A little more by the Democratic Party13%13%12%8%
Somewhat more by the Democratic Party15%10%8%8%
Much more by the Democratic Party30%23%27%36%
Q2.21

Party Representing Black Americans

Do you think that the interests of Black Americans are more represented by the Democratic Party or the Republican Party?

(N = 1,000)
Much more by the Democratic Party
28%
Somewhat more by the Democratic Party
10%
A little more by the Democratic Party
11%
Neither by Democrats nor Republicans
26%
A little more by the Republican Party
7%
Somewhat more by the Republican Party
6%
Much more by the Republican Party
12%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Much more by the Democratic Party35%22%26%33%
Somewhat more by the Democratic Party10%11%7%12%
A little more by the Democratic Party16%13%10%5%
Neither by Democrats nor Republicans20%34%27%19%
A little more by the Republican Party5%8%9%5%
Somewhat more by the Republican Party6%4%10%5%
Much more by the Republican Party8%9%10%21%
Q2.22

Looking Up Survey Topics

After completing a survey about U.S. politics, have you ever later went online to look up (e.g., fact check, learn more about) something you learned from or saw in the survey? How often?

(N = 1,000)
No, never
41%
Yes, once
14%
Yes, more than once but not often
34%
Yes, I often look up content after taking a survey
10%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
No, never38%37%49%44%
Yes, once21%17%9%8%
Yes, more than once but not often31%35%31%40%
Yes, I often look up content after taking a survey10%11%11%9%
Q2.23

Discussing Survey Topics

After completing a survey about U.S. politics, have you ever discussed something you learned about or saw in the survey with your friends or family? If so, how often?

(N = 1,000)
No, never
48%
Yes, once
14%
Yes, more than once but not often
30%
Yes, I often discuss survey content with friends and family
8%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
No, never46%48%52%48%
Yes, once21%14%13%9%
Yes, more than once but not often27%30%29%33%
Yes, I often discuss survey content with friends and family6%8%6%10%
Q2.24

Attention to Politics

How often do you pay attention to what’s going on in the government and politics?

(N = 1,000)
24%
36%
18%
18%
5%
AlwaysMost of the timeAbout half of the timeSome of the timeNever

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Always18%18%23%39%
Most of the time35%32%35%42%
About half of the time23%19%17%11%
Some of the time18%25%21%7%
Never6%6%4%1%
Q2.25

Interest in Politics

How interested are you in politics?

(N = 1,000)
31%
24%
30%
16%
Very interestedInterestedSomewhatNot interesed

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Very interested27%21%34%42%
Interested25%21%24%27%
Somewhat31%36%27%21%
Not interesed16%22%14%9%
Q2.26

Country Direction

Do you think that things in the country are headed in the right direction, or are they off on the wrong track?

(N = 1,000)
25%
62%
13%
Right directionWrong trackUnsure

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Right direction21%18%31%32%
Wrong track69%65%54%61%
Unsure10%17%15%7%
Q2.27

Trump Job Performance (0–10)

On a scale of 0 to 10, how would you rate President Trump’s job performance? 0 represents "very poor performance" and 10 represents "very good performance".

(N = 1,000)

Weighted mean: 3.6 out of 10

0
43%
1
5%
2
5%
3
4%
4
4%
5
4%
6
4%
7
5%
8
8%
9
5%
10
13%

Demographic Crosstabs (Mean)

ResponseMean
18-293
30-494
50-644
65+4
Q2.28

Political Exhaustion

When you think about politics these days, how exhausted does it make you feel?

(N = 1,000)
9%
14%
22%
33%
22%
Not at allA littleSomewhatQuite a bitAn extreme amount

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Not at all4%8%10%12%
A little16%12%15%14%
Somewhat23%26%18%21%
Quite a bit35%33%35%31%
An extreme amount22%21%22%23%
Q2.29

Sadness and Political Withdrawal

Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree the following statement:

My feelings of sadness about politics have led me to participate less in politics.

(N = 1,000)
Strongly agree
8%
Agree
21%
Neither agree nor disagree
27%
Disagree
16%
Strongly disagree
17%
None of the above: I do not feel sad about politics.
12%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly agree9%10%8%4%
Agree27%25%20%12%
Neither agree nor disagree31%25%26%25%
Disagree14%15%16%18%
Strongly disagree8%12%19%29%
None of the above: I do not feel sad about politics.10%13%11%12%
Q2.30

Support for MAHA

Do you consider yourself to be a supporter of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement?

(N = 1,000)
31%
45%
24%
YesNoNot sure / Haven’t heard of it

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes27%31%31%35%
No47%42%46%47%
Not sure / Haven’t heard of it26%28%23%18%
Q2.31

Belief in Hidden Truths

Some political and social events are debated (for example, 9/11 attacks, the death of Lady Diana, the assassination of John F. Kennedy). It is suggested that the ‘official versions’ of these events could be an attempt to hide the truth from the public. The official version can mask the fact that these events are planned and secretly prepared by a covert alliance of powerful individuals or organizations (e.g., the secret service, the government).

To what extent do you think the following statement is false or true?

I think the official versions of these events given by the authorities very often hide the truth.

(N = 1,000)
6%
8%
10%
25%
21%
11%
18%
1 - Completely false234567 - Completely true

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
1 - Completely false6%5%7%8%
28%6%7%10%
312%9%10%10%
428%27%20%25%
520%19%24%22%
611%11%12%11%
7 - Completely true14%23%21%14%
Q2.32

Most Important Economic Info

When thinking about the economy, which information do you think is most important:

(N = 1,000)
A) How much prices have changed for a common set of goods in the nation
12%
B) How much prices have changed for a common set of goods in your local community
10%
C) How much prices have changed for the types of goods you personally buy often
10%
D) A, B, and C are equally important to me
68%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
A) How much prices have changed for a common set of goods in the nation16%13%11%10%
B) How much prices have changed for a common set of goods in your local community16%11%10%3%
C) How much prices have changed for the types of goods you personally buy often12%10%9%8%
D) A, B, and C are equally important to me57%66%71%79%
Q2.33

Entertainment Viewing Frequency

How often do you watch entertainment shows either on TV or streaming platforms (e.g., Netflix)?

(N = 1,000)
13%
18%
23%
22%
24%
Less than an hour a weekOne to three hours a weekThree to five hours a weekFive to ten hours a weekMore than ten hours a week

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Less than an hour a week12%9%14%18%
One to three hours a week27%19%14%14%
Three to five hours a week25%25%20%19%
Five to ten hours a week24%21%25%19%
More than ten hours a week12%26%26%29%
Q2.34

Most-Followed Media Topic

Which of these do you follow the most on TV, the radio, or the internet?

(N = 1,000)
Professional or college sports
15%
News on politics and public affairs
32%
News on business and economics
9%
Entertainment and lifestyle
29%
None of these
16%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Professional or college sports11%13%14%21%
News on politics and public affairs22%26%36%45%
News on business and economics8%10%11%7%
Entertainment and lifestyle43%37%21%14%
None of these16%15%18%13%
Q2.35

Donating by Candidate Gender

Would you be more likely to donate to a woman or a man running for your state legislature?

(N = 1,000)
16%
9%
75%
WomanManNo preference

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Woman27%17%13%8%
Man15%10%7%6%
No preference57%72%80%86%
Q2.36

Rwanda Women Legislators Estimate

Rwanda’s lower house (the Chamber of Deputies) has 80 seats. About how many of those 80 seats do you think are held by women?

(N = 1,000)
30%
19%
9%
5%
1%
36%
Fewer than 1010-2930-4445-54More than 55Don’t know

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Fewer than 1027%27%30%36%
10-2932%19%17%12%
30-449%13%6%6%
45-543%6%8%3%
More than 551%1%1%2%
Don’t know28%34%38%42%
Q2.37

Foreign Import Limits

Some people have suggested placing new limits on foreign imports in order to protect American jobs. Other say that such limits would raise consumer prices and hurt American exports. Do you favor or oppose new limits on imports?

(N = 1,000)
27%
38%
35%
FavorOpposeI don’t know

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Favor24%22%32%31%
Oppose40%39%34%41%
I don’t know36%39%34%28%
Q2.38

Nicotine Product Use

Have you used any of the following nicotine products in the past 30 days? Please select all that apply.

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
Cigarettes (e.g., Marlboro, Camel)
20%
E-cigarettes or vaping (e.g., Juul, Puff bar)
13%
Nicotine pouches (e.g., Zyn, ON)
5%
Cigarillos (e.g., Black & Mild, Swisher Sweets)
5%
Smokeless tobacco (e.g., chewing tobacco, snuff, dip, snus)
4%
Water pipe tobacco or hookah
2%
Little filtered cigars (e.g., Swisher Littles, Winchester, Cheyenne)
2%
I have not used any nicotine products in the past 30 days
69%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Cigarettes (e.g., Marlboro, Camel)14%30%21%9%
E-cigarettes or vaping (e.g., Juul, Puff bar)17%19%10%4%
Nicotine pouches (e.g., Zyn, ON)8%6%3%1%
Cigarillos (e.g., Black & Mild, Swisher Sweets)5%8%3%1%
Smokeless tobacco (e.g., chewing tobacco, snuff, dip, snus)5%5%3%2%
Water pipe tobacco or hookah3%3%1%1%
Little filtered cigars (e.g., Swisher Littles, Winchester, Cheyenne)3%4%0%2%
I have not used any nicotine products in the past 30 days70%57%69%85%
Q2.39

Sense of Control

The following is a question concerning how people feel. Please respond how closely you agree or disagree with how the question describes you and your feelings about yourself.

No matter how much energy I put into a task, I feel I have no control over the outcome.

(N = 1,000)
7%
22%
51%
20%
Strongly agreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly disagree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly agree12%8%6%4%
Agree26%28%19%13%
Disagree46%45%56%58%
Strongly disagree16%19%19%25%
Q2.40

Unemployment Rate Estimate

The unemployment rate is the percent of people actively searching for work, but who are not presently employed. Since World War II, the national unemployment rate has ranged from a low of 2 percent to a high of 12 percent.

What is your best guess about today’s US unemployment rate? Even if you are uncertain, please provide us with your best estimate of the percent of people actively searching for work but who are not presently employed.

(N = 1,000)
3%
15%
37%
20%
10%
6%
9%
Between 0.00% and 2.00%Between 2.01% and 3.67%Between 3.68% and 5.33%Between 5.34% and 7.00%Between 7.01% and 8.67%Between 8.68% and 10.33%Between 10.34% and 12.00%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Between 0.00% and 2.00%4%3%4%0%
Between 2.01% and 3.67%10%14%18%17%
Between 3.68% and 5.33%30%26%41%54%
Between 5.34% and 7.00%29%23%16%12%
Between 7.01% and 8.67%14%12%8%5%
Between 8.68% and 10.33%7%8%5%4%
Between 10.34% and 12.00%5%13%9%7%
Q2.41

Acceptable Inflation Rate

For most goods and services, prices typically increase from one year to the next. Some years, these increases are smaller, while other years these increases are larger. The amount that prices change by is referred to by economists as the "annual inflation rate"

In your view, what do you think is the highest acceptable annual inflation rate? In other words, what would be the highest percent increase in prices from one year to the next that you would still find acceptable?

(N = 1,000)
A 1% increase in prices from one year to the next
34%
A 2% increase in prices from one year to the next
28%
A 3% increase in prices from one year to the next
18%
A 4% increase in prices from one year to the next
10%
A 5% increase in prices from one year to the next
6%
A 6% increase in prices from one year to the next
1%
A 7% increase in prices from one year to the next
3%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
A 1% increase in prices from one year to the next29%36%37%34%
A 2% increase in prices from one year to the next22%25%30%38%
A 3% increase in prices from one year to the next18%17%16%20%
A 4% increase in prices from one year to the next15%13%9%3%
A 5% increase in prices from one year to the next8%6%5%4%
A 6% increase in prices from one year to the next3%1%1%0%
A 7% increase in prices from one year to the next4%4%2%2%
Q2.42

Recent Airplane Trips

During the past three months (February, March, and April), how many times did you fly in an airplane?

(N = 1,000)
74%
17%
7%
2%
I did not fly in an airplane1 or 2 times3 or 4 times5 or more times

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
I did not fly in an airplane65%75%77%79%
1 or 2 times20%15%17%15%
3 or 4 times12%7%4%5%
5 or more times4%3%2%1%
Q2.43

Most Popular Ice Cream

What’s the most popular flavor of ice cream?

(N = 1,000)
Pistachio
2%
Chocolate
26%
Vanilla
50%
Mint chocolate chip
7%
Rainbow sherbet
2%
Neapolitan (chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry)
6%
Cookie dough
7%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Pistachio2%3%2%1%
Chocolate21%28%25%29%
Vanilla53%41%59%54%
Mint chocolate chip8%8%7%5%
Rainbow sherbet2%3%1%1%
Neapolitan (chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry)6%9%4%6%
Cookie dough9%9%2%5%
Q2.44

Evangelism History

Have you ever tried to encourage someone to believe in Jesus Christ or to accept Jesus Christ as his or her savior?

(N = 1,000)
35%
65%
YesNo

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes27%39%36%37%
No73%61%64%63%
Module 3

Technology, Identity, and Global Issues

Q3.1

AI Benefits vs. Risks

Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree the following statement:

On balance, the benefits of AI outweigh the risks.

(N = 1,000)
8%
27%
27%
24%
13%
Strongly agreeAgreeNeither agree nor disagreeDisagreeStrongly disagree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly agree9%10%8%6%
Agree23%29%28%28%
Neither agree nor disagree22%29%28%28%
Disagree32%19%25%26%
Strongly disagree15%13%11%12%
Q3.2

AI and Job Losses

Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree the following statement:

In the next ten years, AI will cause widespread job losses for American workers.

(N = 1,000)
26%
42%
21%
9%
1%
Strongly agreeAgreeNeither agree nor disagreeDisagreeStrongly disagree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly agree24%28%26%25%
Agree42%42%40%44%
Neither agree nor disagree22%20%23%18%
Disagree10%8%9%11%
Strongly disagree1%2%1%1%
Q3.3

Who Benefits From AI

Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree the following statement:

The main beneficiaries of AI are wealthy investors and big corporations, not ordinary Americans

(N = 1,000)
31%
31%
21%
15%
1%
Strongly agreeAgreeNeither agree nor disagreeDisagreeStrongly disagree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly agree40%33%25%28%
Agree32%30%34%30%
Neither agree nor disagree18%24%25%17%
Disagree8%12%15%23%
Strongly disagree2%2%1%1%
Q3.4

AI in Judicial Decisions

To what extent do you think Artificial Intelligence will affect Judges’ decision making?

(N = 1,000)
AI affects decision making to a large extent
31%
AI affects decision making to a minimal extent
50%
AI does not affect decision making at all
19%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
AI affects decision making to a large extent30%33%30%31%
AI affects decision making to a minimal extent54%48%49%49%
AI does not affect decision making at all15%19%21%20%
Q3.5

AI and Student Thinking

Do you think AI affects college student’s critical thinking?

(N = 1,000)
Yes, AI affects critical thinking positively
28%
Yes, AI affects critical thinking negatively
57%
No, AI does not affect critical thinking
15%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes, AI affects critical thinking positively27%28%29%29%
Yes, AI affects critical thinking negatively63%54%53%58%
No, AI does not affect critical thinking9%18%18%14%
Q3.6

Lying AI Persuasion

Do you think that if you let an AI lie, it would make it more persuasive?

(N = 1,000)
15%
4%
5%
20%
18%
13%
25%
1 - Definitely no234567 - Definitely yes

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
1 - Definitely no12%16%13%19%
24%3%5%4%
36%5%7%4%
419%19%21%22%
522%16%17%17%
615%12%12%13%
7 - Definitely yes22%30%24%22%
Q3.7

Data Use by Service Orgs

In your opinion, how important is it for organizations that serve communities to use data and technology to improve their programs and services?

(N = 1,000)
19%
34%
36%
5%
2%
4%
Extremely importantVery importantSomewhat importantNot too importantNot at all importantNot sure

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Extremely important14%21%16%22%
Very important38%33%31%33%
Somewhat important34%34%41%35%
Not too important7%5%3%6%
Not at all important3%1%3%2%
Not sure4%6%5%2%
Q3.8

Reasons Elected Officials Lose Focus

What do you think is the main reason for distraction for a candidate once they get elected?

(N = 1,000)
15%
4%
3%
11%
47%
6%
15%
AgeGenderMaternity/ Paternity statusRace/ EthnicityExperienceEducationReligious beliefs

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Age15%12%15%16%
Gender4%4%5%2%
Maternity/ Paternity status6%3%1%1%
Race/ Ethnicity13%11%9%9%
Experience37%45%51%56%
Education9%4%4%7%
Religious beliefs16%19%16%9%
Q3.9

AI Disclosure in Campaigns

If a political campaign uses artificial intelligence to write, edit, or generate campaign messages, should the campaign be required to disclose that AI was used?

(N = 1,000)
Yes, always
74%
Yes, but only when the content includes images, video, or audio
10%
Yes, but only when the content is misleading or deceptive
8%
No, disclosure should not be required
4%
Not sure
5%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes, always69%69%77%81%
Yes, but only when the content includes images, video, or audio14%12%7%8%
Yes, but only when the content is misleading or deceptive8%9%9%6%
No, disclosure should not be required4%5%3%2%
Not sure5%6%4%4%
Q3.10

Tech as Universal Solution

Please indicate to which extent you agree or disagree to the following statement:

I believe there is a technological solution to all of humanity’s problems.

(N = 1,000)
7%
20%
26%
26%
21%
Definitely agreeTend to agreeNeither agree or disagreeTend to disagreeDefinitely disagree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Definitely agree9%8%6%5%
Tend to agree26%18%22%15%
Neither agree or disagree25%34%27%16%
Tend to disagree24%21%22%38%
Definitely disagree17%19%23%26%
Q3.11

Interest in AI Dialogue Coach

Imagine you could practice having difficult political conversation with an AI-powered dialogue coach. It lets you choose your dialogue partner (first AI agent) and get feedback from a second AI. How interested would you be in using such an app?

(N = 1,000)
7%
12%
19%
18%
8%
14%
21%
Very interestedInterestedSlightly interestedNeutralSlightly uninterestedUninterestedVery uninterested

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Very interested7%9%7%5%
Interested15%12%12%9%
Slightly interested24%19%17%18%
Neutral16%20%24%12%
Slightly uninterested8%9%6%7%
Uninterested11%12%14%19%
Very uninterested18%18%20%29%
Q3.12

Local Data Center Response

If a new data center were proposed in your community, which of the following would you consider doing? Select all that apply.

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
Sign a petition opposing the project
40%
Take no action
37%
Contact a local official to oppose the project
28%
Publicly oppose the project at a local meeting
25%
Attend a protest to oppose the project
20%
Publicly support the project at a local meeting
9%
Contact a local official to support the project
9%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Sign a petition opposing the project48%38%38%38%
Take no action28%36%44%42%
Contact a local official to oppose the project34%28%25%25%
Publicly oppose the project at a local meeting25%28%25%23%
Attend a protest to oppose the project29%19%18%16%
Publicly support the project at a local meeting12%9%9%6%
Contact a local official to support the project13%11%7%6%
Q3.13

Data Center Considerations

If a company proposed building a new data center in your community, and you were considering whether or not to support it, which of the following would you think about? (Check all the apply)

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
Higher energy or water prices
59%
Negative environmental effects, such as pollution
50%
Job losses from AI or automation
44%
AI changing society for the worst
37%
More tax revenue for the local community
27%
More jobs for the local community
27%
AI changing society for the better
14%
None of these
9%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Higher energy or water prices68%51%56%63%
Negative environmental effects, such as pollution59%44%44%57%
Job losses from AI or automation51%38%45%44%
AI changing society for the worst42%32%38%36%
More tax revenue for the local community26%21%31%32%
More jobs for the local community27%24%31%28%
AI changing society for the better14%15%14%11%
None of these6%15%7%5%
Q3.14

AI Companions' Effect on Youth

Thinking about young people over the next 12 months, AI companions (such as chatbots acting as friends or romantic partners) are likely to… (Select all that apply)

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
Worsen users’ mental health
57%
Make users’ loneliness worse
39%
Reduce users’ loneliness
17%
Make little difference
15%
Improve users’ mental health
8%
I don't know
14%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Worsen users’ mental health61%49%57%65%
Make users’ loneliness worse49%32%39%40%
Reduce users’ loneliness25%19%13%10%
Make little difference21%16%14%9%
Improve users’ mental health12%10%6%3%
I don't know8%18%14%13%
Q3.15

Morally Acceptable AI Uses

Below you'll see a list of various tasks. For which of these tasks do you think it is morally acceptable to use artificial intelligence (AI) software or tools? Examples of AI software/tools would include ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and others. Select all that apply.

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
To build a website
63%
To compose an email to a coworker
49%
To write a family member's obituary
34%
It is not morally acceptable to use AI for any tasks
22%
To grade or evaluate students' essays (as a teacher)
19%
To make art and sell it
18%
To write essays for school (as a student)
11%
To review evidence and decide who is guilty or innocent of alleged crimes
11%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
To build a website66%63%66%56%
To compose an email to a coworker49%53%52%40%
To write a family member's obituary18%32%43%40%
It is not morally acceptable to use AI for any tasks20%18%19%31%
To grade or evaluate students' essays (as a teacher)19%20%20%16%
To make art and sell it11%20%22%16%
To write essays for school (as a student)16%12%12%4%
To review evidence and decide who is guilty or innocent of alleged crimes11%13%10%9%
Q3.16

Say in AI Regulation

To what extent do you feel you have a say in how artificial intelligence is developed and regulated by companies and government?

(N = 1,000)
49%
30%
14%
7%
Not at allNot muchSomewhatVery much

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Not at all40%49%45%59%
Not much31%24%33%33%
Somewhat21%17%14%6%
Very much8%10%7%2%
Q3.17

South African Refugee Integration

Andries is a 25-year old refugee from South Africa who fled from his home country and resettled a year ago (in 2025) alone in the United States. To what extent do you believe Andries is able to integrate into American society?

(N = 1,000)
Not integrated (no employment, no social support network, no English skills)
22%
Moderately integrated (employed, small social support network, limited English skills)
62%
Fully integrated (employed, big social support network, strong English skills)
17%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Not integrated (no employment, no social support network, no English skills)18%21%24%23%
Moderately integrated (employed, small social support network, limited English skills)62%62%60%62%
Fully integrated (employed, big social support network, strong English skills)20%17%16%14%
Q3.18

Afghan Refugee Integration

Ahmed is a 25-year old refugee from Afghanistan who fled from his home country and resettled a year ago (in 2025) alone in the United States. To what extent do you believe Ahmed is able to integrate into American society?

(N = 1,000)
Not integrated (no employment, no social support network, no English skills)
29%
Moderately integrated (employed, small social support network, limited English skills)
58%
Fully integrated (employed, big social support network, strong English skills)
13%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Not integrated (no employment, no social support network, no English skills)21%29%30%34%
Moderately integrated (employed, small social support network, limited English skills)60%58%59%57%
Fully integrated (employed, big social support network, strong English skills)19%13%12%9%
Q3.19

Employer Cooperation With ICE

Scott is a white man who owns a meat packing plant in the Midwest. His business is thriving and he tends to hire many immigrants from Mexico and Central America who are reliable and willing to work long hours. When federal immigration enforcement begins to stage operations in his town, Scott decides to let them have access to the parking lot at his plant so that they can monitor his employees and detain any who are in the country illegally. Scott’s employees feel betrayed by this and many of them are now scared to come to work.

How much sympathy do you have for the employees of Scott’s meatpacking plant?

(N = 1,000)
34%
14%
20%
13%
20%
A great deal of sympathyA lot of sympathySome sympathyA little sympathyI do not have any sympathy

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
A great deal of sympathy46%35%27%27%
A lot of sympathy18%12%15%12%
Some sympathy22%25%16%16%
A little sympathy9%10%17%16%
I do not have any sympathy5%18%25%28%
Q3.20

Citizen Stopped by ICE

Omar is an American citizen who lives in a large city. One day, Omar is driving to work and he is pulled over by federal immigration officers. Omar argues that he is a U.S. citizen and that he will be late to work if they do not let him go. The officers feel that Omar is being uncooperative and ask him to produce evidence that he is in the country legally. Omar is very upset by this treatment.

How much sympathy do you have for Omar?

(N = 1,000)
41%
20%
17%
10%
12%
A great deal of sympathyA lot of sympathySome sympathyA little sympathyI do not have any sympathy

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
A great deal of sympathy51%39%38%40%
A lot of sympathy23%22%19%16%
Some sympathy16%20%15%17%
A little sympathy7%8%11%14%
I do not have any sympathy4%12%18%13%
Q3.21

ICE in School Neighborhoods

Brampton is a mid-sized city in the Northeast. East Brampton High School is located in Howard, a Brampton neighborhood that is home to many immigrant families. Federal immigration enforcement officers have taken to patrolling the neighborhood in search of illegal immigrants, even going onto East Brampton school grounds at the end of the school day. Howard community leaders and East Brampton families are very upset by this behavior.

How much sympathy do you have for Howard residents and East Brampton families?

(N = 1,000)
37%
18%
18%
11%
16%
A great deal of sympathyA lot of sympathySome sympathyA little sympathyI do not have any sympathy

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
A great deal of sympathy44%36%34%35%
A lot of sympathy29%17%15%14%
Some sympathy15%21%17%15%
A little sympathy5%10%16%13%
I do not have any sympathy6%16%19%23%
Q3.22

Discriminatory Citizenship Law Support

Would you support a citizenship law which discriminates against your own citizens, given the narrative by government is the law would help filter out immigrants and its purpose is for national security?

(N = 1,000)
8%
12%
24%
16%
40%
Very likelySomewhat likelyNeutral/ no opinionSomewhat unlikelyHighly unlikely

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Very likely6%9%7%9%
Somewhat likely13%10%13%12%
Neutral/ no opinion17%27%28%23%
Somewhat unlikely18%15%13%18%
Highly unlikely46%38%39%38%
Q3.23

Opinion of Turkey

How favorable is your opinion about the country Turkey/Türkiye?

(N = 1,000)
Very unfavorable
3%
Unfavorable
11%
Neither favorable nor unfavorable
70%
Favorable
13%
Very favorable
3%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Very unfavorable2%3%4%5%
Unfavorable9%7%13%15%
Neither favorable nor unfavorable64%76%72%68%
Favorable21%12%10%12%
Very favorable5%3%1%1%
Q3.24

Outsourced Military Force Decisions

Which factor would most influence a government’s decision to use outsourced forces (e.g., foreign militias, private military contractors, mercenaries, foreign armed forces, foreign paramilitaries) instead of its own military?

(N = 1,000)
Lack of military capacity (training, equipment, manpower)
22%
Concerns about loyalty or coup risks within the military
12%
Desire to reduce domestic political costs or backlash
15%
International pressure or constraints
7%
Speed and flexibility of outsourced forces
9%
I don't know/not sure
35%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Lack of military capacity (training, equipment, manpower)25%19%22%24%
Concerns about loyalty or coup risks within the military11%13%10%12%
Desire to reduce domestic political costs or backlash24%13%13%13%
International pressure or constraints10%9%5%4%
Speed and flexibility of outsourced forces10%9%9%8%
I don't know/not sure21%37%41%38%
Q3.25

ISIS Church Destruction Motives

Why do you think ISIS destroyed a famous church in Syria?

(N = 1,000)
The action shows the group is strongly committed to creating an Islamic society.
24%
This action reflects desperation.
9%
This action appears irrational.
19%
This action suggests ISIS is in charge of the territory.
13%
This action suggests that ISIS fighters believe Christian churches should not exist.
35%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
The action shows the group is strongly committed to creating an Islamic society.29%25%20%23%
This action reflects desperation.9%11%9%5%
This action appears irrational.18%23%19%13%
This action suggests ISIS is in charge of the territory.19%10%15%12%
This action suggests that ISIS fighters believe Christian churches should not exist.24%31%37%47%
Q3.26

Iran Conflict Timeline

How soon do you think the conflict with Iran will end?

(N = 1,000)
2%
10%
28%
17%
43%
In the next two weeksIn the next monthIn the next six monthsIn the next yearIt will take over a year

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
In the next two weeks3%2%3%2%
In the next month9%6%15%14%
In the next six months28%26%28%32%
In the next year19%15%19%14%
It will take over a year41%51%36%38%
Q3.27

EU Opinion Since Ukraine War

Has your opinion of the European Union changed throughout the Ukraine war?

(N = 1,000)
Yes, in a really negative way
11%
Yes, in a somewhat negative way
19%
Yes, in a really positive way
9%
Yes, in a somewhat positive way
9%
My opinion hasn’t changed
52%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes, in a really negative way7%13%10%14%
Yes, in a somewhat negative way23%17%17%20%
Yes, in a really positive way9%8%7%12%
Yes, in a somewhat positive way7%9%8%13%
My opinion hasn’t changed55%53%58%41%
Q3.28

China as US Threat

How much is China a threat to the United States?

(N = 1,000)
4%
15%
30%
16%
27%
8%
Not at allA littleA moderate amountA lotA great dealDon’t know

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Not at all7%7%3%0%
A little25%14%12%10%
A moderate amount31%29%32%27%
A lot13%17%15%19%
A great deal14%22%32%39%
Don’t know10%12%7%4%
Q3.29

Justifying Khamenei Killing

Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree the following statement:

The targeted killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei was justified.

(N = 1,000)
17%
28%
27%
27%
Strongly disagreeSomewhat disagreeSomewhat agreeStrongly agree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly disagree21%20%13%14%
Somewhat disagree39%30%30%16%
Somewhat agree29%29%24%25%
Strongly agree10%20%33%46%
Q3.30

US/Israel Strike Legality

Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree the following statement:

The attack by the United States and Israel on Iran violates international law.

(N = 1,000)
27%
27%
22%
23%
Strongly agreeSomewhat agreeSomewhat disagreeStrongly disagree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly agree32%28%27%23%
Somewhat agree37%28%23%22%
Somewhat disagree24%26%20%19%
Strongly disagree7%18%30%36%
Q3.31

2026 Oil Price Peak

The Iran War and closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to an increase in crude oil prices, reaching a high of approximately $120 in March 2026. Where do you think oil prices will peak in 2026?

(N = 1,000)
22%
11%
14%
21%
19%
5%
8%
Already peaked$120 - $130$130 - $140$140 - $150$150 - $200$200 - $250$250 or more

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Already peaked17%23%25%22%
$120 - $13011%7%12%15%
$130 - $14011%14%17%15%
$140 - $15022%21%20%21%
$150 - $20025%19%15%16%
$200 - $2505%6%3%6%
$250 or more8%10%8%4%
Q3.32

Responsibility for Climate Action

In your opinion, who should be responsible for preventing and/or adapting to the impacts of climate change? Please select all that apply.

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
Congress
55%
The President
51%
My state government
50%
Private companies
45%
My city or county government
42%
Nonprofits
23%
No one or none of the above
20%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Congress66%52%52%54%
The President66%52%47%41%
My state government62%50%48%43%
Private companies56%40%42%45%
My city or county government49%43%39%36%
Nonprofits25%23%22%22%
No one or none of the above8%21%24%26%
Q3.33

Trump as Climate Information Source

How much to you trust President Donald Trump as a source of information about climate risk?

(N = 1,000)
9%
8%
7%
15%
4%
7%
49%
CompletelyMostlyPartlyNeutralPartly notMostly notCompletely not

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Completely5%6%11%17%
Mostly4%6%11%10%
Partly6%7%7%7%
Neutral15%18%15%12%
Partly not5%5%4%4%
Mostly not11%9%4%6%
Completely not55%49%48%43%
Q3.34

Feelings Toward Environmentalists

How would you rate your feelings towards environmentalists?

(N = 1,000)
24%
22%
33%
11%
10%
Very positiveSlightly positiveNeutralSlightly negativeVery negative

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Very positive31%20%23%26%
Slightly positive31%21%20%17%
Neutral29%40%31%28%
Slightly negative6%10%13%16%
Very negative3%9%13%13%
Q3.35

Hurricane Mitigation Policies

Which of the following policies do you think will reduce the negative effects of hurricanes? Please select all that apply.

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
Strenthening coastlines (e.g. levies, dykes, seawalls)
55%
Retrofitting buildings for flood proofing
48%
Retrofitting buildings for flood-proofing
48%
Financial aid to homeowners impacted by hurricanes
43%
A tax increase to fund clean energy (e.g. solar, wind)
24%
Stricter fuel efficiency standards for cars and trucks
21%
Increasing the budget of the U.S. military
6%
None of these
20%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strenthening coastlines (e.g. levies, dykes, seawalls)63%49%57%55%
Retrofitting buildings for flood proofing57%42%46%47%
Retrofitting buildings for flood-proofing61%41%46%46%
Financial aid to homeowners impacted by hurricanes55%37%44%40%
A tax increase to fund clean energy (e.g. solar, wind)43%21%18%18%
Stricter fuel efficiency standards for cars and trucks30%22%18%14%
Increasing the budget of the U.S. military9%6%5%3%
None of these9%25%21%22%
Q3.36

Pressure on Men Today

How hard is it for men to conform to societal expectations today?

(N = 1,000)
13%
27%
40%
16%
4%
Not at allNot very hardSomewhat hardVery hardImpossible

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Not at all10%15%16%10%
Not very hard31%20%29%32%
Somewhat hard39%44%35%41%
Very hard16%17%15%13%
Impossible4%5%4%5%
Q3.37

MENA/Arab American Identity

Are you Middle Eastern, North African, or Arab American?

(N = 1,000)
Yes
2%
No
94%
Only from DNA testing (e.g., 23 and me)
1%
Don't know
3%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Yes2%3%1%2%
No92%92%95%96%
Only from DNA testing (e.g., 23 and me)0%2%2%1%
Don't know5%4%2%2%
Q3.38

Perceived Gender Expression

How masculine vs feminine would an acquaintance (not a close friend or stranger) say you are?

(N = 1,000)
Very feminine
23%
Very masculine
18%
Somewhat masculine
18%
Somewhat feminine
14%
Equally masculine and feminine
11%
Slightly masculine
7%
Slightly feminine
5%
Neither masculine nor feminine
3%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Very feminine18%21%26%28%
Very masculine7%20%19%22%
Somewhat masculine21%18%18%16%
Somewhat feminine17%11%15%17%
Equally masculine and feminine14%13%9%6%
Slightly masculine16%6%7%3%
Slightly feminine7%6%3%5%
Neither masculine nor feminine1%5%2%4%
Q3.39

Effects of Racial Discrimination

Thinking about all the racial discrimination you have experienced in your life, which of the following have you felt because of those experiences? Select all that apply.

(Select all that apply.)

(N = 1,000)
I have never experienced racial discrimination
48%
Anxiety when I am around certain people
25%
Easily annoyed or irritable
21%
Feeling like the world is an unsafe place
20%
Feeling afraid that something awful might happen
19%
Feeling isolated from others
19%
Excessive worrying that I struggle to stop or control
8%

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
I have never experienced racial discrimination32%44%54%62%
Anxiety when I am around certain people37%26%21%17%
Easily annoyed or irritable30%25%18%11%
Feeling like the world is an unsafe place24%22%20%15%
Feeling afraid that something awful might happen26%21%20%11%
Feeling isolated from others31%22%14%10%
Excessive worrying that I struggle to stop or control15%10%7%3%
Q3.40

Support for Affirmative Action

Do you favor or oppose affirmative action programs designed to help Black people, women, and other minorities get better access to higher education?

(N = 1,000)
58%
26%
16%
FavorOpposeDon’t know

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Favor71%59%51%52%
Oppose13%22%36%33%
Don’t know16%19%13%14%
Q3.41

Racial Identity Dehumanization

How often you feel dehumanized due to your racial identity?

(N = 1,000)
5%
27%
58%
10%
All the timeSometimeNeverNot sure

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
All the time6%8%5%0%
Sometime38%27%28%19%
Never45%53%60%74%
Not sure10%13%8%6%
Q3.42

Ban on Transgender Athletes

Would you support or oppose a law that bans transgender athletes from participating in sports that align with their chosen gender identity?

(N = 1,000)
37%
11%
22%
10%
20%
Strongly supportSomewhat supportNeither support or opposeSomewhat opposeStrongly oppose

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly support23%34%40%49%
Somewhat support18%11%10%7%
Neither support or oppose23%26%20%16%
Somewhat oppose15%8%10%10%
Strongly oppose22%22%20%17%
Q3.43

Latino Assimilation Expectations

Please indicate to which extent you agree or disagree to the following statement:

It is important to me that Latinos/Hispanics behave publicly in ways that demonstrate they have fully assimilated into the culture of the United States.

(N = 1,000)
21%
22%
28%
11%
18%
Strongly agreeSomewhat agreeNeither agree nor disagreeSomewhat disagreeStrongly disagree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly agree10%23%24%27%
Somewhat agree24%17%27%22%
Neither agree nor disagree23%32%27%26%
Somewhat disagree17%9%9%11%
Strongly disagree26%20%13%14%
Q3.44

American Pride

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:

I am proud to be American.

(N = 1,000)
8%
9%
14%
22%
46%
Strongly disagreeSomewhat disagreeNeither agree nor disagreeSomewhat agreeStrongly agree

Demographic Crosstabs

Response18-2930-4950-6465+
Strongly disagree15%9%6%4%
Somewhat disagree10%11%10%6%
Neither agree nor disagree24%15%11%6%
Somewhat agree29%23%18%20%
Strongly agree23%42%54%64%

Survey Details

📋 3,000 US adults 📅 May 13, 2026 – May 18, 2026

Verasight collected data for this project from May 13 – 18, 2026. The sample consists of 3,000 United States adults. All questions were suggested by attendees of the 2026 Midwest Political Science Association (MPSA) conference. Respondents were randomly assigned to one of three modules (N = 1,000 per module), each containing an approximately equal subset of the survey questions.

The sampling criteria for this survey were:
1. Adult (age 18+)

The selection criteria for the final sample were:
1. Passed all data quality assurance checks, outlined below

The data are weighted to match the March 2026 Current Population Survey on age, race/ethnicity, sex, income, education, region, and metropolitan status, as well as to a running three-year average of partisanship distributions from the Pew Research Center NPORS benchmarking surveys and population benchmarks of 2024 vote. The margin of sampling error, which accounts for the design effect and is calculated using the classical random sampling formula, is +/-3.2% for the Institutions, Courts, and Governance module, +/- 3.1% for the Elections, Parties, and Political Behavior module, and +/- 3.2% for the Technology, Identity, and Global Issues module.

All respondents were recruited via email from the Verasight Community, which is composed of individuals recruited via random address-based sampling, random person-to-person text messaging, and dynamic online targeting. All Verasight community members are verified via multi-step authentication, including providing an SMS response from a mobile phone registered with a major U.S. carrier (e.g., no VOIP or internet phones) as well as within-survey technology, including verifying the absence of non-human responses with technologies such as Google reCAPTCHA v3. Those who exhibit low-quality response behaviors over time, such as straight-lining or speeding, are also removed and prohibited from further participation in the community. Verasight Community members receive points for taking surveys that can be redeemed for Venmo or PayPal payments, gift cards, or charitable donations. Respondents are never routed from one survey to another and receive compensation for every invited survey, so there is never an incentive to respond strategically to survey qualification screener questions.

To further ensure data quality, the Verasight data team implements a number of post-data collection quality assurance procedures, including confirming that all responses correspond with U.S. IP addresses, confirming no duplicate respondents, verifying the absence of non-human responses, and removing any respondents who failed in-survey attention and/or straight-lining checks. Respondents that completed the survey in less than 30% of the median completion time were removed.

Unmeasured error in this or any other survey may exist. Verasight is a member of the American Association for Public Opinion Research Transparency Initiative.