Americans are split over whether there are clear solutions to big national issues

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September 15, 2023

1. The biggest problems and greatest strengths of the U.S. political system

Americans are split over whether there are clear solutions to big national issues

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1. The biggest problems and greatest strengths of the U.S. political system
Widely shared criticisms of politics: Partisan fights, costly campaigns, influence of special interests
Partisans largely agree in views of many problems with the political system
Roughly a third of Americans say ‘politicians’ are the biggest problem with the political system today
Those who see strengths in the U.S. political system often cite constitutional principles, democratic values
Americans are split over whether there are clear solutions to big national issues

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