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Negativity about the national economy persists, but Republicans are optimistic about improvements in 2025

Two-thirds of the public say the current national economy is poor. Republicans are more likely than Democrats to believe the economy will improve in 2025.

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Registered voters are split on trusting Harris or Trump to handle economic issues

Although 62% consider the national economy in bad shape, there has been an improvement in the public’s view of the economy since last year.

Views toward student loan relief are tied to partisanship and experience with debt

Less than a third approve of President Biden’s handling of student loan debt, but the public is more likely to support than oppose his administration’s latest debt relief plans.

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Opposition to unionization of college athletes

The public is also opposed to universities providing their student athletes with a salary or spending money, however there is support for the players to share in the proceeds from broadcast rights.

Many are concerned about Biden’s mental fitness and job performance

Only 40% of Democrats are extremely or very confident in Biden’s mental fitness. By contrast, 59% of Republicans have confidence in Trump.

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