Axios-Ipsos poll: "Medicare for All" support surges
Summary
A new survey shows that nearly twice as many Americans support "Medicare for All" as oppose it. Many want the government to spend more money to lower health care costs, but trust in political leaders on this issue is very low.Key Facts
- 43% of Americans support "Medicare for All," 24% oppose it, and 32% are unsure.
- Half of Republicans and two-thirds of all adults want the government to spend more to lower health care costs.
- Trust in President Trump and other leaders about health care is at a low point (20% for Trump).
- 62% of Democrats and 47% of independents support "Medicare for All."
- Opponents worry it would lower care quality, increase taxes, or expand government too much.
- Many Americans feel economic pressure from high health care and prescription costs.
- Support for candidates who back health care subsidies and prescription drug discounts is higher.
- Half of respondents would be less likely to support candidates backed by drug companies.
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