Results: Poll: Most Americans are uninterested in companies' opinions on current events.
Published on 08/15/2024
Source: https://www.livenowfox.com/news/americans-companies-opinions-current-events

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A recent Gallup poll shows that 38% of Americans want businesses to take a stance on current events. Do you believe businesses should take public stances on societal issues?

Yes
19%
466 votes
No
48%
1188 votes
Undecided
34%
846 votes
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A narrow majority of respondents to the poll said they want to hear from organizations on the issues of climate change (54%), mental health (53%), and diversity, equity, and inclusion (53%), free speech (48%) and healthcare issues (48%). Which topics do you think it is appropriate for businesses to speak out on? (Select all that apply) Climate change
37%
934 votes
Mental health
26%
642 votes
Diversity, equity, and inclusion
31%
770 votes
Free speech
19%
485 votes
Healthcare issues
26%
648 votes
Not Applicable
40%
1007 votes
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Meanwhile, the poll revealed that companies supporting a political candidate could impact their business with consumers who favor a different candidate. This sentiment was high among Democrats and Republicans (68% and 61%, respectively) who responded that they were less likely to buy goods or services from a company that endorsed a candidate from the opposing party. Would you stop purchasing from a company that endorses a political candidate you oppose? Yes
30%
740 votes
No
23%
574 votes
Undecided
30%
748 votes
Not Applicable
18%
438 votes
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