About the Poll
In January 2026, the Public Opinion Research Group conducted a nationwide survey of 2,500 adults to understand current public sentiment on key societal issues including climate change, artificial intelligence, healthcare access, and remote work preferences.
The poll has a margin of error of ±2.1% at the 95% confidence level and was conducted via online and telephone interviews between January 5–15, 2026.
Key Findings
- 72% of respondents support stronger government action on climate change.
- 64% believe AI will improve their daily lives, while 28% express concern about job displacement.
- 81% favor expanding access to mental health services through public healthcare.
- 55% prefer hybrid work models (part in-office, part remote) post-pandemic.
Public Opinion on Climate Change Policies
Respondents were asked to rate their support for various climate initiatives:
Methodology
This poll used a stratified random sampling method to ensure representation across age, gender, region, education, and income levels. Data were weighted to match U.S. Census demographics. Interviews were conducted in English and Spanish.