In a recent survey, a significant number of Americans have identified inflation and homelessness as pressing issues, with rising concerns about antisemitism and illegal immigration also being highlighted.
The poll, conducted by YouGov and released on Thursday, reveals that inflation continues to be a dominant concern for the third consecutive year. "67 percent [of respondents] saying the issue is a major concern going into the 2024 election," the survey reports. This figure is slightly lower than the 68 percent recorded in the previous year's survey, but higher than the 64 percent reported in 2022.
According to The Hill, homelessness and debt followed closely behind inflation, with each issue being identified as a serious concern by 59 percent of respondents. The survey further indicates that these figures represent an increase from 2023, when 60 percent of Americans viewed homelessness as a serious problem and 52 percent expressed concern about debt.
The survey also highlights a growing concern about rising antisemitism and illegal immigration. Approximately 31 percent of respondents identified antisemitism as a "very serious" problem, marking an 8 percent increase from both the previous year and 2022. Furthermore, illegal immigration, a key issue in the current presidential election cycle, is now considered a serious concern by over half of the respondents, or 53 percent. This figure represents an increase from 49 percent in 2023 and 43 percent in 2022.
Interestingly, the survey found that concerns about violent crime have decreased. "53 percent thought crime was a serious problem in 2024 a near double-digit decline from last years 62 percent," the survey states.
The poll also revealed a divergence in the views of voters from the two major parties. Democrats listed gun violence, climate change, poverty, homelessness, and lack of access to healthcare as their top concerns. On the other hand, Republicans identified inflation, illegal immigration, debt, and drug abuse as their primary issues.
The YouGov survey, which provides an insightful snapshot of the American public's concerns, was conducted between August 7-10 among 1,138 adults, with a margin of error of approximately 4 percentage points. The findings underscore the importance of addressing these issues in the lead-up to the 2024 election, as they are likely to influence voters' decisions.
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