Fewer Than Half Know Faster Econ Growth Reduces Budget

Publication Date: 05/08/2025 12:20 PM CST

Fewer Than Half Know Faster Econ Growth Reduces Budget

Publication: 05/08/2025 12:20 PM CST

Only 45% of voters recognize that faster economic growth reduces the federal budget deficit. A Napolitan News survey found that 22% do not think this is true and 33% are not sure.

The most recent data cited is from a Napolitan News Service survey of 1,000 Registered Voters conducted online by Scott Rasmussen May 5-6, 2025. Field work for the survey was conducted by RMG Research, Inc. and has a margin of error of +/- 3.1.

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Post Type:	NNS News Brief
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