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Scott Rasmussen's Number of the Day for July 21, 2020
The Number of the Day columns published on Ballotpedia reflect the views of the author.
July 21, 2020: When it comes to making important decisions about America’s future, 68% of voters nationwide trust the American people more than government officials. A Scott Rasmussen national survey found that 11% take the opposite view and 20% are not sure.[1]
This view is shared broadly by all segments of society, although there is somewhat less confidence in the American people among younger voters. Just 64% of voters under 35 trust the American people more than government officials. Among senior citizens, that number is 79%.[1]
Those with a college degree are a bit more skeptical of the American people than those without.[1]
However, other survey data shows that in certain circumstances, voters are more willing to defer to government officials. For example, 50% support a national mandate requiring everyone to wear a mask in public.[2]
Each weekday, Scott Rasmussen’s Number of the Day explores interesting and newsworthy topics at the intersection of culture, politics, and technology.
- July 20, 2020 –76% of voters believe American politics is more polarized than American society
- July 17, 2020 –45% of voters expect progress towards equality over coming decade
- July 16, 2020 –46% of voters say U.S. not living up to founding ideal of equality
- July 15, 2020 –62% of voters are proud of America’s history
- July 14, 2020 –49% of voters rate their personal finances as good or excellent
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