A recent survey of 500 Rhode Island residents conducted between August 15 and September 8 revealed interesting insights into the trust levels of Rhode Islanders in their election systems and government. The results, with a margin of error of 6 percentage points, showed that 51% of respondents believe votes are accurately counted in Rhode Island elections, with most expressing trust in election authorities and voting machines. However, concerns were raised about issues like AI-generated fake political information and political violence.
There was a partisan divide on various issues, with Republicans and independents showing more concern about voter fraud compared to Democrats. Additionally, all three political groups agreed that political violence is a significant issue in the U.S., and there was some apprehension about civil unrest after election day in Rhode Island.
In terms of political preferences, Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris led former President Donald Trump among Rhode Island voters, while incumbent Democratic Senator Sheldon Whitehouse had more support than his Republican challenger, state Representative Patricia Morgan.
The survey also indicated a 5% increase in the number of Rhode Islanders who view the state’s economy as strong and showed support for increased state spending on schools, housing, and road repair.
Overall, the survey provided a detailed snapshot of Rhode Islanders’ attitudes towards democracy, media, policy, and political participation, offering valuable insights for the upcoming election. For more information, contact Christopher Gavin at christopher.gavin@globe.com.
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