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Scott Rasmussen's Number of the Day for June 2, 2021
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June 2, 2021: Seventy-two percent (72%) of voters nationwide believe illegal immigration is bad for the United States. That total includes 90% of Republicans, 66% of independents, and 57% of Democrats.[1]
Most voters, however, see a distinction between legal and illegal immigration. Only 11% of voters believe that legal immigration is bad for the country.[1]
A majority (61%) of voters believe both that legal immigration is good for the U.S. and illegal immigration is bad.[1]
While most voters welcome immigrants who enter the country legally, there is significant concern about illegal entry. In fact, 60% believe that the growing number of people who have been entering the United States illegally is an invasion of the United States.[1]
Each weekday, Scott Rasmussen’s Number of the Day explores interesting and newsworthy topics at the intersection of culture, politics, and technology.
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