Biden Loses Ground With the Public on Issues, Personal Traits and Job Approval
Americans show more support than opposition for two infrastructure bills; majorities favor raising taxes on large businesses and high-income households.
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Americans show more support than opposition for two infrastructure bills; majorities favor raising taxes on large businesses and high-income households.
63% of U.S. adults say the government has the responsibility to provide health care coverage for all, up slightly from 59% last year.
The share of adults who are “basically content” with the federal government has risen to the highest point since 2004, driven by Democrats.
Six-in-ten say the primary reason the number of confirmed coronavirus cases is increasing is that there are more new infections; 39% say cases are rising mainly because more people are being tested than in previous months.
A large majority of Americans say additional COVID-19 aid is needed – and want Congress to pass it as soon as possible.
Older Americans are more likely than younger adults to feel their health is at risk, while younger people are focused on economic threats.
71% of U.S. adults say they are confident that medical centers in their area can handle the needs of seriously ill people during the pandemic.
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