Support for more political parties in the U.S. is higher among adults under age 50
26% of adults say having more political parties would make it easier to solve problems, while nearly as many (24%) say it would not.
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26% of adults say having more political parties would make it easier to solve problems, while nearly as many (24%) say it would not.
66% of U.S. adults say it is extremely or very important that candidates share their views on political issues.
As Election Day approaches, here’s a look at voters’ issue priorities, based mainly on a Pew Research Center survey conducted Oct. 10-16.
72% of U.S. adults say that there should be limits on the amount of money individuals and organizations can spend on political campaigns.
65% of U.S. adults say the way the president is elected should be changed so that the winner of the popular vote nationwide wins the presidency.
About four-in-ten Republicans and Republican-leaning independents (41%) say Reagan has done the best job as president over the past 40 years, compared with 37% who say Trump.
Unfavorable views of both Trump and Biden are more common among young adults and those who “lean” to a party.
What does the 2020 electorate look like politically, demographically and religiously as the race enters its final days?
57% of Americans view voting as “a fundamental right for every adult U.S. citizen and should not be restricted in any way.”
Only a small share of Americans have heard a lot about redistricting in their state and a majority are not sure how they feel.
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