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What if the story of a divided America is missing something? New national survey findings from the Program for Public Consultation at the University of Maryland reveal that 112 policy positions command majority support from both Republicans and Democrats. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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What if the story of a divided America is missing something? New national survey findings from the Program for Public Consultation at the University of Maryland reveal that 112 policy positions command majority support from both Republicans and Democrats. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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Join us this Thursday for the unveiling of 112 policy positions where majorities of Rs and Ds agree, and a panel discussion which will include Michelle Cottle, our own Dr. Steven Kull and S.E. Cupp. Register today to save your spot: bit.ly/3RTTUVE
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How is the perception of public consultation and sortition changing in America? Marjan Ehssasi, Executive Director of FIDE, offered her thoughts during our America at 250 Event last week. For more, visit vop.org/americans-on-the-u-s…
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How can public opinion help inform policymaking? Our president, Steven Kull, shared his thoughts on how the media and government can better incorporate the public during our America at 250 event last week. To read more about these findings, visit vop.org/americans-on-the-u-s…
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Missed our America at 250 event? Keep an eye on our page for clips from the event over the next week! Today, listen to our President, Steven Kull, on how we can get Congress to listen to the People. For more info on the America at 250 survey findings, visit vop.org/americans-on-the-u-s…
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Thank you to everyone who joined yesterday's America at 250 event and discussion on whether Americans believe the nation is fulfilling the Founders’ vision. We are grateful to our panelists and moderator Tom Foreman for an engaging discussion on what these new survey findings mean for our nation. For more on the survey findings: publicconsultation.org/unite…
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It's not too late to register! Join us TODAY at 1:00 PM EDT for a virtual briefing where we'll share what Americans across the political spectrum really think about whether we're fulfilling the Founders’ vision. Register now to save your seat: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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ICYMI: Join us on May 28 at 1:00 PM EDT for a briefing where we'll share what Americans across the political spectrum really think about whether we're fulfilling the Founders’ vision. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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As America approaches its 250th anniversary, a critical question looms — do "We the People" actually feel like we have a voice? Join us on May 28 at 1:00 PM EDT for a virtual briefing where we'll share what Americans across the political spectrum really think about whether we're fulfilling the Founders’ vision. us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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House Republicans pulled a planned vote on a resolution to end the Iran war after struggling to secure enough support to defeat it. A bipartisan 58% favors requiring approval from Congress to continue military operations beyond 60 days. (R: 53%, D:62%) npr.org/2026/05/22/g-s1-1235…
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The Senate has advanced a bill aimed at ending the Iran war, as more Rs have signaled discomfort with the conflict continuing. PPC data show 58% favor requiring Congressional approval to continue military operations beyond 60 days. (Rs: 53%, Ds: 62%) apnews.com/article/trump-ira…
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Check out this mention of @ppc_umd in Moneywise, highlighting broad bipartisan support for banning congressional stock trading. 72% support banning stock trading for Members and their family members. (R:71%, D:78%) publicconsultation.org/swing… moneywise.com/investing/stoc…

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Congress is debating new housing legislation, including limiting large institutional investors’ ownership of single-family homes. PPC data shows 67% support for requiring large corporations to sell their single-family homes and townhouses within 10 years. thehill.com/homenews/adminis…
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WWTPD? Majorities of Americans want the U.S. to recommit to climate initiatives. 70% support committing to the Paris Agreement. 76% oppose increasing offshore oil drilling. More on energy and environment here: vop.org/common-ground/
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