Most Republicans and Democrats prioritize ‘standing up’ to the other side over efforts to find compromise | Pew Research Center

February 6, 2025

Public Anticipates Changes With Trump but Is Split Over Whether They Will Be Good or Bad

Most Republicans and Democrats prioritize ‘standing up’ to the other side over efforts to find compromise

Most Republicans and Democrats prioritize ‘standing up’ to the other side over efforts to find compromise

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Most Republicans and Democrats prioritize ‘standing up’ to the other side over efforts to find compromise

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Public Anticipates Changes With Trump but Is Split Over Whether They Will Be Good or Bad
Many Americans say Trump will make government better, but as many say he will make it worse
Trump’s second-term approval begins higher than his first – but lower than most of his predecessors
More are confident Trump has leadership skills to do the job than that he acts ethically in office
Most Republicans and Democrats prioritize ‘standing up’ to the other side over efforts to find compromise
Majority of GOP says Republicans in Congress are not obligated to support Trump’s policies if they disagree
GOP satisfaction with the country spikes as Democratic satisfaction falls