Public Opinion & Polling

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Important stories the mainstream barely covered

High-impact news with only 1–3 outlets covering it. These stories matter — they just didn't make the radar.

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news politics5 sources · Underreported

American Pride Hits 25-Year Low as 77% of U.S. Adults Say Founders Would Be Disappointed, New Poll Finds

A sweeping national poll released following Independence Day reveals that deep political polarization and institutional distrust have driven American pride to its lowest point in a quarter-century.

Also missing: Recent immigrants whose views on American opportunity often contrast with native-born pessimism · Local civic leaders who report higher optimism at the municipal level compared to the national level

Conservative Analysts 40%Progressive Advocates 40%Nonpartisan Researchers 20%
news politics4 sources · Underreported

New Poll Finds 83% of Americans Believe U.S. Has Strayed From Founding Principles

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, a sweeping new survey reveals that more than eight in ten Americans believe the nation has abandoned its founding ideals and faces a serious threat to its democracy.

Also missing: International observers evaluating the stability of U.S. democracy · Historians contextualizing current polarization against past American crises

Institutional Skeptics 60%Civic Optimists 40%
news politics6 sources · Underreported

Trump's Economic Approval Rating Reaches Historic Low in New Quinnipiac Poll

A new Quinnipiac University national poll shows President Trump's approval rating on the economy has dropped to 34%, driven by voter concerns over inflation and the cost of living.

Also missing: Small Business Owners · International Trade Partners

Polling & Market Analysts 40%White House & Allies 30%Democratic Opposition 30%