Memo: Support for State and Local Aid is Highly Popular When Framed Around Pandemic Relief Efforts

By Evangel Penumaka Data for Progress

Introduction

In a late February survey, Data for Progress and Invest in America conducted a national survey of 1,182 likely voters to examine support for state and local aid, particularly when framed around which groups and areas will benefit from the additional funding. We find that specifying aid around pandemic relief measures — such as funding to essential healthcare workers like nurses and doctors, hospitals, and emergency first responders — boosts support for state and local aid as part of a pandemic relief package. 

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