Public's perception of government corruption hits 20-year high

Americans' belief that government corruption is widespread hit a record 89% this year, driven by rare bipartisan convergence as Democrats' concern is now only marginally higher than that of Republicans, according to a new poll.
Public's perception of government corruption hits 20-year high

A new poll indicates that 89% of Americans believe government corruption is widespread, reaching a record high. This sentiment shows rare bipartisan agreement, with concern levels between Democrats and Republicans being only marginally different. The data suggests a significant and shared distrust in government integrity across the political spectrum.

  • Record 89% of Americans believe government corruption is widespread.
  • This level of concern represents a rare bipartisan convergence.
  • Democrats’ concern about corruption is only marginally higher than Republicans’.
  • The findings are based on a new poll.
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