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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, participation in insider trading, and vote against 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.
Needless to say, this blog is a fun one. Take the time to read the full polling results here.
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 and has direct correlations with asthma and other respiratory conditions. New York voters, however, are ready to see a change. Recent Data for Progress polling 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.
This summer, it is critical that New York legislators step up and protect vulnerable communities against preventable health risks by championing legislation, like that from State Senator Myrie Zellnor, to reduce both indoor and outdoor air pollution. New Yorkers deserve a breath of fresh air, and the time is ripe to act on poor air quality. Read the full polling analysis here.
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 — and DFP staff — 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 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.
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 and Rest in Power, Frida.
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 with Service Year Alliance 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.
Sounds pretty good to us. Read the full polling analysis here.
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!). 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.
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 — 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 Ohioans die from drug overdose, and currently the Ohio state legislature is considering legislation to help address this crisis. New polling from Data for Progress suggests that harm reduction policies and criminal justice reform, which have been proven to save lives, 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.
Read the full polling analysis here.
This Week From DFP
National Poll: Republicans Decline Cawthorn’s Invite for Re-election
National Poll: Voters Back the Schedules That Work Act
National Poll: Transforming Young People’s Climate Concern into Climate Action
National Poll: Voters Support UTI Investment and Research
New York State Poll: New York Voters Overwhelmingly Support Legislation to Reduce Air Pollution and Asthma Rates
Ohio Poll: Bipartisan Majority of Ohio Voters Support Harm Reduction and Bail Reform Measures
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