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June 4, 2016

14902 US adults surveyed

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Are you an optimist or a pessimist?

Conducted June 4, 2016

YouGov surveyed 14902 US adults

63%
16%
21%
Are you an optimist or a pessimist?

Conducted June 4, 2016

YouGov surveyed 14902 US adults

By:
63%
16%
21%

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