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2023: The public’s priorities and expectations

The economy – and specifically inflation – are the public’s top policy priorities. Republicans cite immigration as their top concern, for Democrats, the most important issue is the environment and climate change.

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Negativity about the president, economy, and direction of the country persists

President Biden continues to face criticism of his leadership and the national economy.

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Environment, Energy, and Resilience

People don’t think the government is doing enough to combat climate change

Amidst deep partisan divides on climate policy, only a third of the public think the Inflation Reduction Act will have an impact on combatting climate change.

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Voters expect the 2022 elections to have serious impacts for the country

Eighty-four percent of registered voters say it is extremely or very important to cast a ballot next month.

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Economics

People are feeling increasingly negative about their personal finances

While the public continues to be largely negative in its assessment of the economy and President Biden’s handling of it, most people do not hold Biden’s policies responsible for high prices.

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