Public opinion indicates that both Republicans and Democrats generally support government assistance for veterans and vulnerable populations over providing benefits to billionaires.
Support for Veterans and Vulnerable Populations
A Pew Research Center study found that households with veterans believe the government does not provide sufficient support to returning soldiers, with 58% expressing this view. Among those who felt support was lacking, 42% cited inadequate medical care, and 37% pointed to insufficient financial assistance. Pew Research Center
Additionally, a report by the Veterans Health Administration emphasizes the importance of addressing social determinants of health to improve care for veterans, highlighting the need for equitable access to high-quality healthcare.
Attitudes Toward Taxation of the Wealthy
Multiple polls reveal that a majority of Americans support increasing taxes on the wealthy and large corporations. For instance, a report by the Excessive Wealth Disorder Institute aggregated polling data showing strong public backing for tax reforms targeting high-income individuals.
Similarly, Navigator Research found that Americans favor raising taxes on the wealthy and big corporations, reflecting a desire for a more equitable tax system. Navigator+1Inequality.org+1
These findings suggest a bipartisan consensus favoring government support for veterans and vulnerable populations, alongside a preference for increased taxation on the wealthy to address economic inequality.
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