APRIL 21, 2020: When the lockdown ([link removed]) ends, 34% of voters expect the U.S. economy to bounce back quickly. However, a Scott Rasmussen ([link removed]) national survey found that 45% have the opposite view and believe the nation will suffer through a long recession. Twenty-one percent (21%) are not sure.[1] ([link removed])
By a 48% to 34% margin, Republicans ([link removed]) expect the economy to bounce back quickly. Democrats ([link removed]) , by a 56% to 24% margin, take the opposite view. Among independents ([link removed]) , 43% expect a long recession while 33% think a quick recovery is likely.[1] ([link removed])
It’s important to note that these dynamics are broadly consistent with pre-pandemic attitudes. Republicans were far more optimistic about the economy, Democrats more pessimistic, and independent voters in between.
As for the prospects when the lockdown is lifted, white voters are evenly divided. Black and Hispanic voters are more pessimistic.
Investors are evenly divided–42% expect the economy to bounce back quickly while 38% think a long recession is coming.[1] ([link removed])
Just 31% of non-investors expect a quick recovery while 50% disagree.[1] ([link removed])
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