On February 20, 2024, GBAO conducted three online focus groups with Black Democrats, independents, and Republicans across demographics—including a mix across education and gender.
Key Takeaways
- Some see improvement in their local economies.
- But views on the country are still dim.
- The government’s impact on American’s daily lives is largely viewed negatively, with abortion particularly salient.
- Voting is seen as necessary at best, pointless at worst.
- While most don’t support Trump, enthusiasm about the Democratic Party is low.
- Awareness of Biden administration’s record is thin, and many find aspects of it to be surprising or hard to believe.