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CBS News poll: Trump's national lead over Biden grows

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 17:40:00 -0400

Trump would also lead Harris. Voters say both Biden and Trump encouraged national unity after assassination attempt against Trump.

Poll: Big majority of Americans favor taking steps to reduce climate change

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400

People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.

Poll: Most Black Americans see more opportunities than parents

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 19:33:00 -0500

CBS News poll finds most Black Americans see more opportunities than their parents had but say efforts to promote racial diversity haven't gone far enough.

Many Americans feel speaking about race draws more criticism than encouragement

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 19:31:00 -0500

CBS News poll finds Americans overwhelmingly oppose banning books that include matters of race.

CBS News poll on Jan. 6 attack 3 years later: GOP disapproval continues to wane

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 22:04:00 -0500

Conspiracy theory still finds purchase; nation splits over Trump's name on ballots.

Many who are struggling financially won't be buying any gifts this season

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 14:44:00 -0500

Just 1 in 5 say they'll buy more gifts for others this season, compared to recent past years — and this is true even among higher-income earners.

If Trump wins, more voters foresee better finances, staying out of war

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 09:30:00 -0500

Biden trails Trump in potential rematch in polling a year out from 2024 presidential election.

Poll: Democrats are satisfied with Harris but not as enthusiastic about her

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 08:30:00 -0400

Many are still unfamiliar with Kamala Harris' work as vice president.

Debate guide: Four types of GOP primary voters, and just how solid is that Trump vote, anyhow?

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 17:02:00 -0400

Here's a description the four groups of GOP voters watching the first Republican debate Wednesday night, based on three waves of CBS News polling.

CBS News poll finds most say Roe's overturn has been bad for country

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Many women's concerns now extend beyond abortion access to health and reproductive care.

CBS News poll: Do you think your town could house migrants?

Sun, 21 May 2023 09:30:00 -0400

Increasing numbers are calling on the Biden administration to be tougher at border.

CBS News Poll: Dems meet Biden bid with acceptance, more than excitement

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 06:45:00 -0400

President Biden's age concerns many Democrats.

Most see TikTok as a national security risk — CBS News poll

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Younger Americans are more opposed to a TikTok ban.

Representative Ro Khanna on his proposal to limit terms of Supreme Court justices

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 20:41:07 -0400

President Biden is creating a bipartisan commission to study any potential changes to the U.S. Supreme Court. Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna of California joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss some reforms on the table.

Local Matters: Representative Mo Brooks, Republican who sparked controversy at January 6 Trump rally, emerges as top contender in Alabama Senate Primary

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 20:41:07 -0400

Republicans are fighting to hold onto five open Senate seats in the 2022 midterm elections following a string of retirements, including in the red state of Alabama. So far, two candidates have jumped into the race to replace outgoing GOP Senator Richard Shelby. Representative Mo Brooks, a Republican in the 5th Congressional District, is seen as the top contender after scoring an endorsement from former President Trump. AL.com state political columnist Kyle Whitmire joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on the controversial comments the congressman made at a pro-Trump rally before the Capitol riot, and on the scandal that knocked another potential challenger out of the race.

Ex-Obama speechwriter analyzes Biden's first address to Congress

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 20:41:07 -0400

President Biden's first address to a joint session of Congress lasted nearly 90 minutes. As he has done in numerous speeches, Mr. Biden spoke directly to Americans at home and related to them on personal levels. Cody Keenan, a former chief speech writer for former President Obama, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the language and delivery of Mr. Biden's speech. Read more here.

Battleground Tracker: GOP leads race for House at start of 2022 campaign

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 10:30:00 -0400

Republicans are estimated to hold a 25-seat lead, driven by an edge in turnout and broad dissatisfaction with the way things are going.

Extreme weather experiences impact views on climate change - CBS News poll

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 14:05:00 -0400

Those who have experienced extreme weather have become more concerned.

Fewer Americans see climate change as priority than they did a year ago

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Climate change is more of a priority for Democrats than Republicans; they divide on approach U.S. should take on energy policy.

Nearly half of Americans feel they pay too much in taxes

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 08:01:00 -0400

Most expect a refund this year, but few will be spending it on something fun or special.

More Americans prefer daylight saving time to standard time

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 19:01:00 -0400

There's little support for switching clocks back and forth.

CBS News poll: Strong support for sanctions even if gas prices increase

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Americans look to punish Russia, concerned it will invade others too.

Most do not think new laws in their state are make voting harder

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 18:26:00 -0500

Black Southerners more likely to say states are making voting more difficult.

Most don't see enough Black representation in corporate America

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -0500

Large majorities of Black people say they don't have enough representation, while White people divide along party lines on this question.

Big majorities reject book bans - CBS News poll

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 18:00:00 -0500

Most say teaching about the history of race in America promotes understanding.

Republicans still back Trump but don't want party to punish disloyalty

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 08:18:00 -0500

Republicans prefer that party moves on from January 6 and talks about issues like economy, crime and immigration.

Poll: Most Americans will be eating turkey for Thanksgiving

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 19:50:00 -0500

Most typically eat turkey leftovers for at least three days afterwards.

COVID relief legislation popular with Americans — CBS News poll

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 06:55:00 -0500

Most Americans also give President Biden good marks for his handling of the coronavirus outbreak.

Poll: Majority of Americans favor more COVID economic relief

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 07:12:00 -0500

Many would prefer that the congressional relief package receive bipartisan support.

Nearly half of Americans think some GOP lawmakers encouraged violence

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 22:31:00 -0500

Most who think so think they should be removed from office.