Today, the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University released the latest Commonwealth Poll, the results of which speak to the perceptions and perspectives of the people of the commonwealth.
The Commonwealth Poll, a trusted bellwether of the voices of Virginians, explores a range of issues of utmost importance to our citizens.
A key finding reveals that as Virginians begin casting ballots this month, Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump 46% to 36% in Virginia.
Inflation and cost of living remains the highest concern for Virginia (38%), followed by reproductive rights (21%) and immigration (10%).
Virginians polled remain divided on which candidate they see as trusting to manage the economy, with 38% trusting Kamala Harris and 37% trusting Donald Trump.
I encourage you to read the poll in its entirety.
We will discuss the results of this poll and more at the upcoming Wilder Symposium, “Elections 2024: The Importance of Listening to the People.”
The event will take place on Tuesday, September 17, at 5:00 p.m. at the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts.
I’ll be joined by leading political analysts, Dr. Bob Holsworth, managing partner of the consulting firm DecideSmart and founding director of the Wilder School; Dr. Larry Sabato, founder and director of the University of Virginia Center for Politics; Dr. Susan Gooden, dean of the Wilder School; and Dr. Robyn McDougle, associate dean of research and outreach at the Wilder School.
I invite you to join me at this event. Learn more and RSVP for this vital discussion concerning the future of our democracy.
Stay tuned.
