Scott Rasmussen's Number of the Day for December 16, 2021
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December 16, 2021: Forty-seven percent (47%) of voters believe Dr. Anthony Fauci makes his recommendations primarily on scientific data and research. A Scott Rasmussen national survey found that 33% disagree and think his recommendations are based upon his own personal and political views. Twenty percent (20%) are not sure[1]
Seventy-three percent (73%) of traditional Democrats believe Fauci acts primarily upon data and research. So do 71% of Sanders’ Democrats. Among traditional Republicans, that figure falls to 47%.[1]
Among those who prefer the policies of former President Trump, 58% think Fauci’s recommendations are based primarily on his own personal and political views. Twenty-four (24%) of these populist Republicans believe he acts upon scientific data.[1]
In terms of encouraging more people to get vaccinated, data released earlier suggested that Dr. Fauci is not an effective messenger. Just 15% of unvaccinated voters believe he makes his policy recommendations based primarily on scientific data and research.[2]
Overall, 50% of voters currently have a favorable opinion of Dr. Fauci. That’s little changed from earlier surveys.[2]
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See also
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