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Poll Reveals Sharp Decline in Faith in Democracy

10/4/2025

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The New York Times and Siena University poll shows faith in the political system fell to 33% from 51% in 2020.
The poll shows polarization and democracy concerns outrank immigration and inflation.
Fifty-five percent view the United States as a democracy, with forty-one percent disagreeing.
Political violence has increased, including the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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Story summary

The New York Times and Siena University poll shows faith in the political system fell to 33% from 51% in 2020.
The poll shows polarization and democracy concerns outrank immigration and inflation.
Fifty-five percent view the United States as a democracy, with forty-one percent disagreeing.
Political violence has increased, including the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.