2010-09-08-皮尤-Perceptions_of_Economic_News_Remain_Mixed_19页_80kb

Economic News Perception: Public views on economic news remained mixed but more negative. About 54% reported hearing a mix of good and bad news, while 41% said mostly bad news. There was little change from July. Democrats (62%) were more likely to see mixed news, while Republicans were more negative (56%). Real estate values saw increased negativity (57% mostly bad), up from 49% in July and 41% in May. Economic news followed by Republicans was more negative.

Election Predictions: For the 2010 House elections, 41% believed Republicans would regain majority seats, compared to 34% for Democrats, with 25% unsure. Partisan views were unchanged since mid- July. Among those following elections closely, Republicans were more likely to predict GOP gain (63% vs. 30% for Democrats).

News Interest: The economy topped public news interest last week, with 29% following it closely. Hurricane Earl was the top story in coverage (13%), and was also highly followed (19% most closely). News about Iraq combat troop withdrawal was second in interest (36% closely) and coverage (8%).

Other Economic Aspects: Views on other economic areas showed little change since July. High unemployment kept job situation perception at 65% mostly bad. Financial markets and consumer prices were seen as mixed or mostly bad by similar percentages. Food and consumer prices also saw little change.

Partisan Views: Republicans were more negative across all economic aspects compared to Democrats and independents. Views on economic news and specific sectors like jobs and housing differed by party, with Democrats generally more optimistic.

Conclusion: Overall, American public perceptions of economic news were predominantly negative, with slight increases in negativity for real estate, and minimal change in views since July 2010. Election predictions showed Republicans as favored to gain House control, with economics as key topic.