A Generalized Survey Analysis of Public Opinion Polls in Texas: Issues, Challenges, and Policy Implications Beyond 2022

Abstract

Houston, Texas—A recent public opinion poll developed by Michael O. Adams, Ph.D.conducted by YouGov asked Texans their views on the overall performance of the state and a number of issues of importance including; cost of living, taxes on goods and services, support for immigration and support for diversity in the public and private sectors. The survey results provide valuable insights on what issues are most important across various demographic markers including age, race/ethnicity and party identification. As Texas gears up for the May 24, 2022 runoff election, these results help bring a deeper understanding to what Texans believe the candidates should focus on during the remainder of the campaign trail and what issues might need more attention and/or communication effort towards Texans to better understand how the state is actually approaching said issues. The 9-question public opinion poll surveyed 434 respondents between February 16-18, 2022. The survey margin of error is ±4.7%.

Keywords:public opinion poll, sales taxes, gas sales taxes, cost of utilities, property tax, general sales, immigration, and demorgraphics

DOI: 10.7176/PPAR/13-4-03

Publication date:May 31^st 2023