HOUSTON - Over the past few years - and with good reason - we on this program have frequently discussed multiple aspects of two extraordinarily contentious issues - "abortion access" and "illegal immigration."
As we approach the pivotal 2024 election new polling tells us "neither" controversy is anywhere close to the top priority of the American voting public.
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New poll reveals what voters really care about
A Monmouth National Survey of top concerns determined voters are intently focused on their financial well-being listing inflation, the economy, everyday bills, housing expense, health care costs and job security as top concerns.
A Monmouth National Survey of top concerns determined voters are intently focused on their financial well-being listing inflation, the economy, everyday bills, housing expense, health care costs and job security as top concerns.
When you combine them all - more than 60% of voters listed a number one priority directly impacting their family's income and ability to flourish moving forward.
By contrast, only 4% chose immigration and 3 percent abortion as their most critical voting issue.
134 days out from the election - what, if anything, should we make of this data?