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Nation Divided: Pessimism Grows Amid Political Strife

11/2/2025

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A POLITICO Poll finds pessimism about the nation's future; 49 percent say the best days are behind.
The poll shows a partisan split: 64 percent of U.S. President Donald J. Trump voters are optimistic, while 70 percent of Vice President Kamala Harris voters are gloomy.
Two-thirds distrust the government, believing it lies often.
Forty-six percent think the American Dream no longer exists.
Sixty-one percent say friends share similar political views.

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Story summary

A POLITICO Poll finds pessimism about the nation's future; 49 percent say the best days are behind.
The poll shows a partisan split: 64 percent of U.S. President Donald J. Trump voters are optimistic, while 70 percent of Vice President Kamala Harris voters are gloomy.
Two-thirds distrust the government, believing it lies often.
Forty-six percent think the American Dream no longer exists.
Sixty-one percent say friends share similar political views.