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Scott Rasmussen's Number of the Day for April 3, 2020
The Number of the Day columns published on Ballotpedia reflect the views of the author.
April 3, 2020: Thirty-eight percent (38%) of voters are more worried about the economic threat posed by the coronavirus pandemic than the health threat. However, a national survey conducted by Scott Rasmussen found that 53% are more worried about health issues.[1]
Republicans, by a 60% to 33% margin, are more worried about the economic impact. Democrats, by a 70% to 22% margin, are more worried about the health threat. Fifty-five percent (55%) of independent voters are most concerned about the health issues, but 34% take the opposite view.[1]
In terms of their own life, 46% of voters are Very Worried the coronavirus will cause serious economic problems for their immediate family. Thirty-six percent (36%) are Very Worried it will cause serious health issues.[1]
Each weekday, Scott Rasmussen’s Number of the Day explores interesting and newsworthy topics at the intersection of culture, politics, and technology.
- April 2, 2020 –47 percent of voters believe China to blame for pandemic
- April 1, 2020 –45% of voters expect lockdown to last a month or two
- March 31, 2020 –25 states have issued stay-at-home orders
- March 30, 2020 –67,000 people per square mile living in Manhattan
- March 27, 2020 –68% of Americans are avoiding small gatherings with family and friends
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See also
- Scott Rasmussen's Number of the Day
- Coronavirus Daily Updates
- Political responses to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, 2020
- Debate surrounding government responses to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, 2020
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