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Politics Tops Concerns for 33% of Americans, Surpassing Economy

2/5/2026

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A Gallup survey finds 33 percent of Americans view politics as the biggest challenge, ahead of economic concerns.
Only Taiwan shares this political focus, with half of Taiwan's respondents citing politics as their top issue.
Globally, 8 percent prioritize politics and 23 percent prioritize the economy.
Democrats express concern about U.S. President Donald Trump, while Republicans distrust Democrats.
A January poll shows 51 percent rate Trump's performance worse than Biden's.

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A Gallup survey finds 33 percent of Americans view politics as the biggest challenge, ahead of economic concerns.
Only Taiwan shares this political focus, with half of Taiwan's respondents citing politics as their top issue.
Globally, 8 percent prioritize politics and 23 percent prioritize the economy.
Democrats express concern about U.S. President Donald Trump, while Republicans distrust Democrats.
A January poll shows 51 percent rate Trump's performance worse than Biden's.