New poll shows national debt a major concern for swing state voters

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A recent poll conducted in battleground states reveals that the $35 trillion national debt is a significant issue for voters ahead of the upcoming election. The survey, carried out by Global Strategy Group and North Star Opinion Research between September 23 and 29, shows that 90% of voters across key swing states expect candidates to present a clear plan to address the growing debt.

The poll highlights strong agreement across political lines, with 95% of Democratic voters supporting Vice President Kamala Harris, 97% of Republican voters backing former President Donald Trump, and 95% of undecided voters stressing the need for a national debt strategy. The states included in the survey were Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.

Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the nonpartisan Peterson Foundation, emphasized the importance of the national debt in the election. He noted that three-quarters of voters in these states want candidates to discuss debt solutions more than other critical issues like immigration, climate change, and foreign policy. Voters also linked the nation’s fiscal outlook to key economic priorities such as reducing inflation and protecting programs like Medicare and Social Security.

The poll also found that 88% of voters, regardless of party affiliation, believe addressing the national debt should be prioritized to combat inflation. A majority indicated they would support a candidate who pledges not to increase the debt, even if it involves allowing tax cuts to expire or making spending cuts.