Results: Americans' support for capitalism hits record low
Source: https://www.axios.com/2025/09/08/americans-capitalism-social-big-business-gallup-poll
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Only a slim majority (54%) of Americans now view capitalism positively — down from 60% in 2021. How do you currently feel about capitalism?
Very positive
30%
•
923 votes
Somewhat positive
15%
•
456 votes
Neutral
18%
•
569 votes
Somewhat negative
10%
•
295 votes
Very negative
11%
•
353 votes
Unsure
16%
•
504 votes
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Almost 70% of U.S. adults said the American dream, or the idea that hard work pays off, doesn't hold true anymore or never did. Do you think hard work still pays off in this economy?
Yes
46%
•
1411 votes
No
30%
•
925 votes
Undecided
25%
•
764 votes
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