Economy & Trade
Exploring the Concept of “Equal Opportunity Capitalism”
Poll results suggest “equal opportunity capitalism” could be a broad, inclusive platform upon which to build a positive governing agenda.
88% Agree the United States is experiencing a cost-of-living crisis
An America’s New Majority Project poll reveals that 88% of Americans agree that the United States is experiencing a cost-of-living crisis. Only 6% disagree and 6% are not sure.
Majority of Voters Believe That America’s Allies Don’t Pay Their Fair Share For Defense
A Scott Rasmussen National Survey found that a majority of voters believe that America is being taken advantage of by its allies, with the United States being expected to pay more than its fair share of defensive alliance costs.
Defining The New American Majority
Testing of 24 critical issue positions with specific language based on previously poll and focus group research reveals a 62% New American Majority that could be captured by the Republican Party, with an additional 13% persuadable to vote for Republicans. This would make 75% of the American electorate available to a New American Majority Coalition.
Majority of Voters Believe Cutting Government Spending Helps the Economy
A Scott Rasmussen National Survey found that a majority of voters believe that cutting government spending helps the economy and that a near majority believe increasing government spending is bad for the economy. In addition a majority of voters of all income levels say it is possible to cut government spending without harming essential government programs.
72 Percent of Voters Favor Expanding Oil and Gas Drilling on Federal Lands
A recent survey performed by Scott Rasmussen shows that 72 percent of voters favor expanding oil and gas drilling on government lands to enhance fossil fuel production and decrease the current energy prices.
Americans Want Greater Healthcare Transparency
Americans are often left in the dark when it comes to the cost of health care services and treatments. This lack of transparency leads to extreme price variation and leaves consumers surprised when bills arrive.
The Economy is the Most Important Issue in the 2022 Midterm Elections
38.5 percent of voters concluded that “lowering inflation and fixing the economy” is their main concern. Other issues addressed were climate change (15.9 percent), social equality (11.3 percent), and securing American borders (11 percent).
59% of Voters Agree that Increasing Taxes Negatively Impacts the Economy
An American majority favors not increasing taxes. At the same time, many Americans understand current high federal spending is hurting the economy.