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Voice of the People @vop.org · 08/07/2026

The problem isn't that Americans can't agree. It's that Congress is not in step with the American people. PPC's survey of 3,700 Americans found that when it comes to actual policy specifics, there's a a lot of bipartisan agreement. Where we agree, at the link in comments

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 10/06/2026

What if the story of a divided America is missing something? New national survey findings from the Program for Public Consultation at the University of Maryland reveal that 112 policy positions command majority support from both Republicans and Democrats. Register here: bit.ly/4xlIMRB

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 08/06/2026

Join us this Thursday for the unveiling of 112 policy positions where majorities of Rs and Ds agree, and a panel discussion which will include Michelle Cottle, our own Dr. Steven Kull and S.E. Cupp. Register today to save your spot: bit.ly/3RTTUVE

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 05/06/2026

How is the perception of public consultation and sortition changing in America? Marjan Ehssasi, Executive Director of FIDE (@north.america.fidemocracy.org) offered her thoughts during our America at 250 Event last week. For more, visit vop.org/americans-on...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 04/06/2026

How can public opinion help inform policymaking? Our president, Steven Kull, shared his thoughts on how the media and government can better incorporate the public during our America at 250 event last week. To read more about these findings, visit vop.org/americans-on...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 03/06/2026

@cnn.com's Tom Foreman asks the America at 250 panel if America is on the upswing or downswing at last week's event. Take a listen for answers from the experts: Read the America at 250 report here: vop.org/americans-on...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 02/06/2026

Missed our America at 250 event? Keep an eye on our page for clips from the event over the next week! Today, listen to our President, Steven Kull, on how we can get Congress to listen to the People. For more info on the America at 250 survey findings, visit vop.org/americans-on...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 29/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined yesterday's America at 250 event and discussion on whether Americans believe the nation is fulfilling the Founders’ vision. We are grateful to our panelists and moderator Tom Foreman for an engaging discussion on what these new survey findings mean for our nation.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 28/05/2026

It's not too late to register! Join us TODAY at 1:00 PM EDT for a virtual briefing where we'll share what Americans across the political spectrum really think about whether we're fulfilling the Founders’ vision. Register now to save your seat: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 26/05/2026

ICYMI: Join us on May 28 at 1:00 PM EDT for a briefing where we'll share what Americans across the political spectrum really think about whether we're fulfilling the Founders’ vision. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 22/05/2026

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, a critical question looms — do "We the People" actually have a voice? Join us on May 28 at 1:00 PM EDT for a briefing where we'll share what Americans across the political spectrum really think about whether we're fulfilling the Founders’ vision. 🧵

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 11/05/2026

WWTPD? Majorities of Americans want the U.S. to recommit to climate initiatives. 70% support committing to the Paris Agreement. 76% oppose increasing offshore oil drilling. More on energy and environment here: www.vop.org/common-ground/

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 04/05/2026

WWTPD? Majorities of Americans favor banning Members of Congress from trading stocks while in office. (N: 86%, R: 85%, D: 87%). What Would The People Do? See more here: vop.org/common-ground/

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 27/04/2026

What Would The People Do ... about U.S. involvement with the United Nations? Majorities of Americans support the US working through UN agencies the same amount or more than it did before. Why this is important: The United States has pulled out of over 30 U.N. agencies and programs.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 20/04/2026

What Would the People Do: If the government were to listen to the people, what policies would they pass? Follow us for regular postings on the policy solutions that the majority of Americans want, as revealed by dozens of in-depth national surveys. Or find out for yourself here: vop.org/commonground

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 15/04/2026

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 30/03/2026

MYTH: Americans can't agree on the nation's role in the world. MAJORITY: Americans support an active US global role, including multilateral defense agreements (83%) and international programs advancing economic development, democracy, humanitarian relief, and global health (70–84%).

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 26/03/2026

A Chicago Council/Ipsos survey found 56% of Americans said congressional approval was necessary before the administration used military force to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities, including 59% of independents. globalaffairs.org/research/pub... 3/3

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 24/03/2026

Make your voice heard: engage directly by contacting your representatives, staying informed and making connections. Small actions strengthen civic participation. Learn more and take action: www.vop.org

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 23/03/2026

MYTH: Americans are too divided on illegal immigration and how to handle it. MAJORITY: Americans agree on offering more channels for immigrants to achieve legal status (58%), provided they have not committed any significant crime.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 17/03/2026

For more on Energy and Environment: vop.org/commonground...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 16/03/2026

MYTH: The Social Security Shortfall is too much of a political "third rail" to fix. MAJORITY: Bipartisan majorities favor addressing the shortfall through four options: 🧵1/2

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 23/02/2026

MYTH: Americans are divided on how much power presidents should have. Majority: 67% of Americans agree that presidents should not have the power to dictate policy or fire commissioners of independent agencies. (R: 52%, D: 81%) Bipartisan majorities support repealing the 2001 AUMF.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 17/02/2026

MYTH: Investing in clean energy is a one-party issue. Majority: Americans support tax incentives for producing clean energy, and 74% support requiring electric companies to have a minimum portion of their electricity from renewable sources. (R: 56%, D: 89%)

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 12/02/2026

For more energy and environment findings, visit: vop.org/commonground...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 11/02/2026

For more on energy and the environment: vop.org/commonground...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 10/02/2026

For more on nuclear weapons: vop.org/commonground...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 09/02/2026

MYTH: Americans are too divided to tackle the substance abuse epidemic. Majority: 75% support spending at least $10 billion to fund treatment for all who want it and are not able to get it. (R: 58%, D: 92%)

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 02/02/2026

It's Myth v.s. Majority Monday! MYTH: Police reform is too controversial for agreement. Majority: Americans favor requiring police to use body cameras (89%) and to exhaust all de-escalation techniques before any use of force (69%).

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 20/01/2026

MYTH: Americans don't agree on healthcare reform. MAJORITY: 78% favor capping drug prices to what other countries pay; 67% favor increasing ACA subsidies 71% favor the government offering a public option for health insurance. vop.org/commonground...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 12/01/2026

Political debate often focuses on conflict. Public opinion data shows widespread agreement on many major policy issues. Follow along each Monday as Myth vs. Majority breaks down the gap between perception and reality using our Common Ground of the American People list: vop.org/common-ground/

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 08/01/2026

For more on international organizations: vop.org/commonground...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 08/01/2026

As the U.S. withdraws from dozens of international organizations, public opinion points in a different direction. 84% said the US should work through the UN and its agencies more or about the same as it has been, including 74% Rs and 93% Ds. www.npr.org/2026/01/07/g...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 26/12/2025

As our 12 Days of Common Ground come to a close, we’ve highlighted just a handful of the more than 250 policy areas where bipartisan majorities agree. The takeaway is simple: the American public is far less divided than our politics suggest. For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 25/12/2025

On the 12th Day of Common Ground, bipartisan majorities agree: For undocumented immigrants who were brought to the US illegally as minors, allow them to apply for full legal status and eventually citizenship. (80%, R 69%, D 92%) For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 24/12/2025

On the 11th day of Common Ground, bipartisan majorities agree: To reduce costs for very low-income families, increase the amount of food stamps that single parents can receive by up to $70 a month (70%, R 68%, D 76%). For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 23/12/2025

On the 10th day of Common Ground, bipartisan majorities agree: To keep low-income families on Medicaid from losing health insurance coverage, do not reduce federal spending on the program below 2024 levels (81%, R 75%, D 86%). For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 22/12/2025

On the ninth day of Common Ground, bipartisan majorities agree: To reduce costs for families with young children, provide subsidies to childcare facilities so that no family has to pay more than seven percent of their income. (76%, R 66%, D 88%). For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 21/12/2025

On the eighth day of Common Ground, majorities agree: To help make treatment for substance use disorder available to more people who need it, invest at least $11 billion in treatment clinics and professionals. (80%, R 77%, D 86%) For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 20/12/2025

On the seventh day of Common Ground, majorities agree: To help reduce the national deficit, tax income made from stocks the same as ordinary income for people who make over $1 million. (68%, R 65%, D 71%) For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 19/12/2025

On the sixth day of Common Ground, majorities agree: To help regulate AI, create a new federal agency that oversees new products, provides guidance on policy, and enforces regulations. (74%, R 68%, D 81%) For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 18/12/2025

On the fifth day of Common Ground, majorities agree: To help shore up Social Security's deficit, make wages over $400k subject to the payroll tax. (81%, R 79%, D 88%). For more: vop.org/common-ground/

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 17/12/2025

On the fourth day of Common Ground, majorities agree: To help provide disaster relief overseas, including food, shelter and medicine, devote at least one percent of the federal budget to foreign aid programs (89%, R 84%, D 94%) For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 15/12/2025

On the third day of Common Ground, majorities agree: To help reduce the cost of most prescription drugs by half, cap the price to what is charged in other developed countries. (78%, R 75%, D 87%). For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 14/12/2025

On the second day of Common Ground, majorities agree: For very low-income workers without children, increase the maximum tax credit they can receive for working (EITC) from $630 to $1,300 (69%, R 63%, D 75%) For more: vop.org/common-ground.

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 12/12/2025

Today kicks off the 12 Days of Common Ground, starting with a partridge in a policy tree. Each day, we’ll highlight one policy area where Americans across the political spectrum agree from our CGOAP list: vop.org/common-ground/ Stay tuned in the coming days for more findings!

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 10/12/2025

A healthier democracy begins with leaders who listen. Your support brings clear, nonpartisan public opinion data to the policymaking process. Donate here: secure.everyaction.com/WP9D7BXr80Sh...

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Voice of the People @vop.org · 05/12/2025

VOP has identified more than 250 policy areas where bipartisan majorities agree. Your gift brings this common ground to light and strengthens public trust. For our CGOAP list: vop.org/common-ground/ Donate here: bit.ly/4oymeY3

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