Opinion Today

August 31, 2021

Amid Afghanistan Withdrawal, Biden’s Net Approval Rating Is Underwater for First Time
Eli Yokley, Morning Consult
President’s support among Democrats has softened, while Republican opposition has hardened

Despite Full Approval of Pfizer’s COVID-19 Shot, 3 in 5 Vaccine Holdouts Say They’re Unlikely to Get Vaccinated
Gaby Galvin, Morning Consult
Findings come despite 50% of unvaccinated adults saying lack of FDA approval influenced their decision not to get a shot

Education Next Survey of Public Opinion: Hunger for Stability Quells Appetite for Change
Michael B. Henderson, David Houston, Paul E. Peterson & Martin R. West, Education Next
What is the state of public opinion as parents and school leaders nationwide transition back to in-person schooling? Is the public demanding innovation that can make up for educational losses over the past year? Or do people want a quiet return to the familiar?

Parent Poll Reveals Support for School Covid-Safety Measures Despite Vaccine Hesitancy, Partisan Polari…