Civil Liberties and Security

Many concerned about political violence and threats to free speech across the ideological spectrum

Half of the public believes that the freedom of speech is under major threat and the public views this similarly regardless of the ideology of the speaker. Four in 10 are concerned about threats to both liberals’ and conservatives’ free speech.

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Politics

Pessimism about the direction of the country is growing among Republicans

Forty-nine percent of Republicans say things in the United States are heading the right direction down from 75% in June.

Civil Liberties and Security

Most say crime is a major problem in America’s cities, but few support a federal takeover of police departments

Overall, 53% of Americans approve of how Trump is handling crime – higher than his overall job approval or approval on other issues.

Government and International Affairs

Few are very confident the Secret Service can protect presidential candidates from political violence

A majority believe political division and the Secret Service are to blame for the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

Economics

Many support the UAW strike against the automakers

Thirty-six percent sympathize with the United Auto Workers’ strike against Detroit’s three automakers and only 9% side with the automakers. A majority supports the union’s demand for higher wages.