A recent poll indicates a slight increase in optimism among voters about the direction of the country and the economy ahead of the showdown between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, despite a majority still holding negative views.
What Happened: The survey conducted between Aug. 24-28, 2024, revealed that nearly 30% of respondents believe the country is headed in the right direction, a 9-point increase from early July. Conversely, 61% of respondents still think the country is on the wrong path, marking a 9-point decrease, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.
The shift in sentiment was primarily driven by Democrats, who recorded a 13-point increase in optimism. While a majority of independents still hold a negative view, the number of independents expressing a positive outlook rose by 9 points.
The poll also highlighted that the entry of Harris in the race, following Joe Biden’s withdrawal, has sparked enthusiasm among Democrats. Republicans, on the other hand, have rallied behind Trump, who recently survived an assassination attempt.
Why It Matters: The recent poll results align with a trend observed in other surveys. In a recent poll, Harris surpassed Trump in public trust on economic matters. This shift in voter sentiment followed President Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race.
Furthermore, another poll indicated that Harris was leading Trump in at least eight different surveys. The WSJ poll also showed a close race between Harris and Trump, with Harris leading by a narrow margin.
An ABC News/Ipsos survey revealed a stark contrast in the public's confidence in the two political figures’ readiness to accept the election outcome. A significant 68% of the respondents expressed confidence in Harris's readiness to accept the election outcome, while only 29% believed Trump would do the same.
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