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Taylor Orth is a data journalist and public opinion researcher who covers national polling on news, politics, technology, and society. She has a PhD in sociology from Stanford and is now based in Austin, Texas. She can be reached at taylor.orth@yougov.com.
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After Biden's exit: Far more Democrats say they're inspired, and most back Harris
When Joe Biden announced he was stepping aside as the Democratic nominee for president, many Democrats say they felt relieved and optimistic, according to a survey conducted just after he left the race on July 21.
27 Jul 2024Article
What do Republicans think of J.D. Vance?
Ohio Senator J.D. Vance wasn't most Republicans' top pick as Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate — but now that he has been selected, most consider him a good choice.
24 Jul 2024Article
Most Americans support term limits and an ethics code for the Supreme Court
Joe Biden reportedly is considering making a push for major changes to the Supreme Court — which recent polling finds are popular among members of both parties.
24 Jul 2024Article
Harris vs. Trump: How Americans evaluate them on personality and policy
Compared to Trump, Harris is viewed by more Americans as compassionate and honest, but also as less effective.
22 Jul 2024Article
If Biden steps aside, whom Democrats would want to replace him — and how
Two-thirds of Democrats and Democratic-leaning Independents would approve of Vice President Kamala Harris becoming the presidential nominee, if Biden steps down.
08 Jul 2024Article
How views of Biden and Trump changed after the first debate
60% think Trump won the debate, while just 12% say Biden did.
02 Jul 2024Article
Who wins on policy? American support for Biden's and Trump’s proposals
Americans are more likely to say they have a clear idea of Trump's policies than Biden's — but more support the Biden policies asked about than the Trump ones.
27 Jun 2024Article
Beyond politics: How Americans compare Biden's and Trump's abilities in other realms
Biden is more likely to be seen as superior to Trump in the personal realm — including giving advice, helping others, and being hospitable. Trump is viewed as more likely to best Biden in physical and mental pursuits.
26 Jun 2024Article
The most common pests Americans spot in their homes
Flies, spiders, and ants top the list of pests that Americans are most likely to notice in their homes.
26 Jun 2024Article
The election, Hunter Biden, War, and IVF: the June 16 - 18, 2024 Economist/YouGov Poll
This week’s Economist/YouGov poll covers the election, the trial of Hunter Biden, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. claims, wars in Ukraine and Gaza, the G7 summit, abortion, contraception, and IVF.
20 Jun 2024