Most Va. voters see equal opportunities in public schools, poll finds

A majority polled say the schools perform “somewhat” or “very” well in providing equal opportunity for students across racial and economic groups.

By Karina Elwood and Scott ClementApril 18, 2023

D.C. faces big challenges as remote work demand persists, poll finds

The results illustrate the sea change in remote work habits as local leaders aim to boost activity in commercial corridors.

By Michael Brice-Saddler, Scott Clement and Emily GuskinApril 14, 2023

Poll: Va. voters support using surplus on mental health, schools and tax cuts — but not for corporations

A Post-Schar poll finds Virginia voters in favor of using surplus revenue to support individual tax cuts as well as spending for schools, mental health and more.

By Gregory S. Schneider, Laura Vozzella and Emily GuskinApril 8, 2023

Where are the worst drivers, best restaurants in the D.C. area? The poll data are in.

The poll set about trying to shed light on that question and a handful of others, including whether Northern Virginia, the District or its Maryland suburbs have the best restaurants, schools, shopping or parks.

By Michael Laris, Lauren Lumpkin, Emily Guskin and Scott ClementApril 7, 2023

Virginia voters divided on direction of the state, Post-Schar poll finds

Virginia voters are divided on direction of the state, a Washington Post-Schar School poll found. Voters say they don't want Youngkin to run for president.

By Gregory S. Schneider, Laura Vozzella and Emily GuskinApril 6, 2023

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Washington Post Poll Archive

Dig into all the numbers in our polls, look at demographic groups and examine trends over time.

By Washington Post StaffApril 21, 2020

Commanders’ potential sale comes amid plummeting popularity, poll finds

Fifteen percent of Washington-area residents call the Commanders their favorite professional sports team, compared with 31 percent in 2010.

By Rick Maese and Scott ClementMarch 28, 2023

Why do Americans own AR-15s?

The Washington Post and Ipsos asked nearly 400 AR-15 owners why they own the rifle, what they use it for and how often they fire it. Here's what the poll found.

By Emily Guskin, Aadit Tambe and Jon GerbergMarch 27, 2023

Most trans adults say transitioning made them more satisfied with their lives

The Post-KFF survey is the largest, nongovernmental survey of transgender Americans using randomized sampling methods.

By Casey Parks, Emily Guskin and Scott ClementMarch 23, 2023

The biggest decider of who backs a TikTok ban? If they use TikTok.

As D.C. pushes for action against TikTok, a Washington Post poll found more Americans support a ban of the app and have concerns over the company's links to China.

By Heather Kelly, Cristiano Lima, Emily Guskin and Scott ClementMarch 22, 2023

D.C. region views Metro positively despite recent struggles, poll shows

The results indicate that despite Metro’s efforts to lure customers back, much is outside the agency’s control as it tries to bridge a budget gap.

By Justin George and Emily GuskinMarch 18, 2023

More than 3 in 4 D.C. residents feel safe, Post-Schar School poll finds

Residents in the Maryland and Virginia suburbs say they feel safer than those living in the nation’s capital.

By Emily Davies, Scott Clement and Emily GuskinMarch 9, 2023

A poll asked if it’s ‘OK to be white.’ Here’s why the phrase is loaded.

Scholars raise questions about the Rasmussen poll that Scott Adams cited in the racist rant that led to "Dilbert’s" cancellation.

By Marisa Iati and Scott ClementFebruary 28, 2023

Feeling ‘overwhelmed’ and ‘fatigue,’ some GOP voters look beyond Trump

In recent focus groups of persuadable Republican primary voters from key early states, most stood by their past support for Trump, but the future was a different issue.

By Michael Scherer, Scott Clement and Emily GuskinFebruary 20, 2023

Americans not feeling impact of Biden agenda, Post-ABC poll finds

Most Americans think the president has accomplished little or nothing so far, a challenge for the White House ahead of the State of the Union address.

By Toluse Olorunnipa, Scott Clement and Emily GuskinFebruary 6, 2023

Few Americans are excited about a Biden-Trump rematch, Post-ABC poll finds

Most Americans overall say they would feel dissatisfied or angry if either wins the general election.

By Dan Balz and Emily GuskinFebruary 5, 2023

Post-ABC poll: Confidence in police drops after Tyre Nichols beating

The increased skepticism about police appears to be fueled by declining trust on the part of White and Hispanic Americans, compared to just a few years ago.

By Mark Berman and Scott ClementFebruary 3, 2023

McCarthy’s concessions are giving House Republicans angst

Also in today’s edition … Poll Watch: What Americans love and hate about Republicans’ plans in Congress … Democrats try again for big investment in elder care … What we’re watching: A freewheeling House floor debate? … Biden vowed to punish the Saudis over an oil cut, but that's no longer the plan.

By Leigh Ann Caldwell, Theodoric Meyer, Tobi Raji and Emily GuskinJanuary 26, 2023

Miami’s GOP mayor on why he hasn’t spoken with DeSantis in years

Also In today’s edition … Michael Scherer with the latest on the bitter RNC chair race that is being roiled by questions about how to handle (you guessed it) Trump … Rep. Nancy Mace critiques her party on immigration and abortion … Poll Watch: How Americans see Biden and Trump’s handling of classified documents … What we're watching: Sen. Tim Kaine.

By Theodoric Meyer, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Tobi Raji and Emily GuskinJanuary 20, 2023

The view of the House GOP from K Street

Also in today's edition: Second Biden search yields additional classified documents … House Democrats ask Biden to revoke Bolsonaro’s visa after Brazil riot … Poll Watch: What Americans say they want Congress to prioritize … What we're watching: What will Republicans do about George Santos?

By Theodoric Meyer, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Tobi Raji and Emily GuskinJanuary 12, 2023

Survey finds ‘classical fascist’ antisemitic views widespread in U.S.

New research by the Anti-Defamation League shows that views of Jews as clannish, conspiratorial and powerful are common, including among younger adults.

By Michelle Boorstein and Scott ClementJanuary 12, 2023