FiveThirtyEight Politics What Americans Think About Trump's Plans
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Jan 27, 2025 
Elliot Morris, Director of Data Analytics, and Ruth Agelnik, Polling editor at the New York Times, dive into the fascinating disconnect between Trump’s personal unpopularity and the surprising popularity of his policies on DEI and immigration. They dissect how public opinion has shifted since 2017, revealing the nuances in how polling questions can shape responses. With insights on the complexities of voter sentiment, they explore how Trump's strategies may adapt based on these evolving public attitudes.
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Public Opinion on DEI
- Americans' views on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are complex and context-dependent.
- Polling reveals different results depending on whether questions focus on actions or general attitudes.
Consuming Policy Polls
- Be a smart consumer of polls, especially regarding policy questions.
- Consider question wording and the polling organization's potential biases.
Evaluating Poll Questions
- To assess a poll's fairness, consider whether people on both political extremes would find the question unbiased.
- Look for questions that avoid false dichotomies and accurately represent the issue's complexity.