America’s Mood Takes a Partisan Turn on Coronavirus Pandemic: Gallup

America’s Mood Takes a Partisan Turn on Coronavirus Pandemic: Gallup

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The transcript discusses public opinion on lifting COVID-19 restrictions, highlighting a partisan divide with Republicans more eager to return to normalcy. It compares approval ratings for local and national crisis management, noting higher trust in local entities. The media's declining trust is examined, with a focus on its politicization. The impact of the crisis on upcoming elections and economic confidence is also explored, emphasizing the intertwined nature of the economy and healthcare during the pandemic.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Americans are ready to resume normal activities immediately if restrictions are lifted?

12%

31%

36%

21%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group is most likely to approve of how local hospitals are handling the crisis?

The Congress

The President

Local actors

Nationally elected officials

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the approval rating of the media according to the transcript?

41%

50%

78%

48%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which institution has seen a continuous decline in public confidence since the 1970s?

The Congress

Government health agencies

The media

Local hospitals

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue Americans consider when voting, as mentioned in the transcript?

Environmental issues

Economy and healthcare

Education

Foreign policy

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change in economic perception was observed in April?

No change in confidence

A 52% drop in confidence

A 52% increase in confidence

A slight increase in confidence

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the economic confidence index status two months prior to the transcript?

Unchanged

At a 20-year high

At a 20-year low

Slightly decreased