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A new poll by Democratic firm Blueprint reveals that a large majority of young voters in the US have a negative perception of the political system and the country’s trajectory. The poll found that 65% of respondents, aged 18-30, agreed that nearly all politicians are corrupt, 51% felt the political system does not work for them, and 64% believed the country is in decline. The survey also highlighted the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on this demographic, with 51% saying they were happier before the pandemic and 77% stating that the event changed the country for the worse.
Young Voters: Politicians are Corrupt, America is in Decline
Recent polling indicates a strong belief among young voters that most politicians are corrupt, and they fear the country’s future will be worse than their past. This negative sentiment potentially poses a threat to Joe Biden’s appeal to Gen Z and younger Millennials, as he needs to convince them of his ability to improve their lives.
Findings from Blueprint’s Poll
In a recent online poll, Blueprint surveyed 943 registered voters aged 18-30, asking about their perception of the American political system. A significant 49% felt elections don’t represent people like them, and 51% felt the political system doesn’t work for them. A sizeable 64% believed that America is in decline and an alarming 65% agreed that most politicians are corrupt and profit from their political power.
Young Voters’ Perception of Politics
Evan Roth Smith, Blueprint’s lead pollster, expressed shock at these findings. He shared that young voters view our politics devoid of heroes, and perceive a declining empire led by unethical individuals.
Outlook on Personal Lives and Country’s Future
While 45% of respondents felt their lives would improve compared to their parents, they didn’t hold the same positivity for the country’s future. A mix of Democratic, Republican, and Independent voters, making up 54%, believed the country is heading downhill.
Impact of COVID-19 on Young Voters
The COVID-19 pandemic left a negative impression on young voters. 51% reported they were happier pre-pandemic, 77% felt the event worsened the country, and 45% felt less connected to friends than five years ago. Smith urged a need for acknowledgment of this hurt, especially about the economy and inflation, and to communicate that things aren’t all positive.
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