The study, led by the SNF Agora Institute and Public Agenda, combined a national survey of 4,500 Americans with earlier polling and three Republican focus groups. Researchers identified three groups within the Republican Party: Trump-first (29%), Constitution-first (34%) and party-first (36%).
The report finds broad concern about democracy: 84% say it is in crisis or facing serious challenges, and only 11% say it is doing well. Trust in elections is fragile: one-third say federal elections are not free and fair, while 59% say local elections are fair. Views of the 2020 election remain divided across parties.
Difficult words
- democracy — A system of government by the people.democracy is
- concerned — Worried about something important.
- support — To agree with or help someone or something.
- president — The leader of a country.
- government — The group of people that controls a country.
- power — The ability to control people or things.too much power
- trust — Belief in the reliability of someone or something.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think some people support a strong president?
- What are the benefits of checks and balances in government?
- How do different views on power affect democracy?
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