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Republicans Decline Cawthorn’s Invite for Re-election

U.S. Representative Madison Cawthorn — who at 26 is the youngest member of Congress — has dominated the headlines lately. The Republican from North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District has been trending on Twitter for his alleged congressional orgy invitation ([link removed]) , participation in insider trading ([link removed]) , and vote against ([link removed]) the 2020 election certification.

And new polling from Data for Progress finds a majority of voters are not happy with Madison’s actions: 69% of voters, once they hear about his recent actions, say he should resign from Congress — including a majority (55%) of Republicans. Womp womp.

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Needless to say, this blog is a fun one. Take the time to read the full polling results here ([link removed]) .

Here are some other highlights from DFP this week:

Asthma is an Environmental Justice Issue

The history of environmental injustice in the U.S. is well documented ([link removed]) and has direct correlations with asthma ([link removed]) and other respiratory conditions ([link removed]) . New York voters, however, are ready to see a change. Recent Data for Progress polling ([link removed]) illustrates that 72 percent of New York state voters agree that NY should place stricter limits on air pollution to help communities mitigate the risk of health conditions, namely asthma, driven by this pollution.

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This summer, it is critical that New York legislators step up and protect vulnerable communities against preventable health risks by championing legislation, like that ([link removed]) from State Senator Myrie Zellnor, to reduce both indoor and outdoor air pollution. New Yorkers deserve ([link removed]) a breath of fresh air, and the time is ripe to act on poor air quality. Read the full polling analysis here ([link removed]) .

Voters Stand up for the UTI Girlies

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are infections that affect the urinary system — which includes the kidneys, bladder, and urethra. UTIs disproportionately occur in women ([link removed]) — and DFP staff ([link removed]) — and can be incredibly painful and inconvenient. Despite the prevalence of UTIs, there are limited treatment and pain management options available, especially for those who experience recurring UTIs.

A new Data for Progress survey ([link removed]) asked voters about their experiences with UTIs and their opinions on federal investments for UTI treatment affordability and prevention. We find that voters overwhelmingly support federal investments into UTI treatments and research.

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Yes, this is real polling we actually did. It’s important!! And it’s dedicated to DFP’s Political Director Marcela Mulholland’s beloved dog. Read the full polling analysis here ([link removed]) and Rest in Power, Frida ([link removed]) .

Image of Frida, DFP Political Director Marcela Mulholland’s beloved dog.


Is it a DFP Newsletter Without Climate Polling?

How much would you have loved the idea of doing a service year to help address the climate crisis? It turns out nearly half of young people would agree. In a January 2022 national survey ([link removed]) with Service Year Alliance ([link removed]) of 711 young people ages 18-28, a majority express deep concerns about the climate, but worry their individual ability to make a difference is limited. Looking for ways to make a difference in their communities, nearly half of young people say they would consider participating in a service year program like the Civilian Climate Corps, indicating widespread support for federal climate actions which enable young voters to meaningfully participate in the fight against climate change.

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Sounds pretty good to us. Read the full polling analysis here ([link removed]) .


Voters Back the Schedules That Work Act

Unpredictable work schedules, unscheduled calls, and last-minute shifts can be a burden on families, especially those with young children (Side-note, here at DFP we value work-life balance and are hiring ([link removed]) !). That’s why Democrats are proposing a bill in order to provide a barrier between work and home, and to protect workers from unreasonable requests. A new poll from Data for Progress finds 61 percent of voters support the proposed bill, named the Schedules That Work Act, including 73 percent of Democrats, 57 percent of Independents, and 51 percent of Republicans.

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If you’ve ever been a waiter, retail employee, or other worker held hostage by the whims of your supervisor’s schedule requests, you know how important it is that Congress passes legislation like this. Read the full polling analysis here ([link removed]) — and help us make sure Congress hears about it by amplifying this polling too.


Ohio Voters Support Harm Reduction and Bail Reform

Every year, over 5,000 ([link removed]) Ohioans die from drug overdose, and currently the Ohio state legislature is considering legislation ([link removed]) to help address this crisis. New polling from Data for Progress suggests that harm reduction policies and criminal justice reform, which have beenproven to save lives ([link removed]) , are supported by large majorities of the Ohio electorate.

We tested Ohioans’ attitudes toward ensuring access to medication-assisted treatment and overdose reversal medications for all, including incarcerated individuals. Over three-quarters of all likely voters in Ohio support ensuring access to these medications. This strong support holds across parties, with Democrats, Independents, and Republicans supporting the policy with respective net margins of +83, +64, and +62 points.

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This Week From DFP

National Poll: Republicans Decline Cawthorn’s Invite for Re-election ([link removed])
National Poll: Voters Back the Schedules That Work Act ([link removed])

National Poll: Transforming Young People’s Climate Concern into Climate Action ([link removed])

National Poll: Voters Support UTI Investment and Research ([link removed])

New York State Poll: New York Voters Overwhelmingly Support Legislation to Reduce Air Pollution and Asthma Rates ([link removed])

Ohio Poll: Bipartisan Majority of Ohio Voters Support Harm Reduction and Bail Reform Measures ([link removed])
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** DFP In The News
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The New York Times:In an Uphill Year, Democrats of All Stripes Worry About Electability ([link removed])

The Washington Post:The clear (but not unobstructed) path toward a national abortion ban ([link removed])

The 19th:Exclusive: How do people with disabilities feel about abortion? New poll sheds light for the first time ([link removed])

Fortune:Student loan forgiveness is the overlooked remedy that could help close the racial wealth gap ([link removed])

The Hill: Despite popularity, taxes on the wealthy struggle to find a foothold in Congress ([link removed])

The Guardian: Divided States of America: Roe v Wade is ‘precursor to larger struggles’ ([link removed])

Axios:Elizabeth Warren grabs center stage ([link removed])

Huffpost:Don’t Be Stingy, President Biden. Forgive As Much Student Loan Debt As Possible. ([link removed])

The Hill:On The Money — Stocks sink as inflation persists ([link removed])

Ms:Mothers Want Federally Funded Childcare. Why Are These Koch-Funded Women Opposing It? ([link removed])

La Lista: Estados Divididos de América: el caso Roe vs. Wade es ‘precursor de luchas más grandes’ ([link removed])

The Jefferson City News Tribune: Filibuster derails bill to change initiative petition process ([link removed])

Iowa Starting Line:Senate GOP’s Tax, Social Security Plan Widely Unpopular… If People Know About It ([link removed])

The American Independent:4 million Michigan residents could lose Medicare and Social Security under GOP plan ([link removed])

Streetsblog NYC:Yet Another Report Makes Clear Case for City Control of Speed Cameras ([link removed])

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Dems Deliver

Not to freak anyone out, but your newsletter authors here at Data for Progress weren’t even alive in 2000 and yet we still have recurring nightmares about hanging chads and Jeb Bush. Not to mention the fact that Mar-a-Lago is probably our nation’s top crime scene.

Democrats will never stop hoping Florida turns blue and Florida Men will never stop fighting alligators. It’s the way the world works.

Florida does have some lovely things going for it, though, like the Everglades, America’s largest subtropical wilderness and “river of grass.” (That sounds like a code word for weed, right? Not just us?) And it’s why we’re hype that Democrats’s Jobs and Infrastructure Bill will put $1.1 Billion into Everglades Restoration, crucial for the state’s drinking water, climate resiliency and economy. A full report on the funding can be found here ([link removed]) .

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