Institute for Policy and Opinion Research

With Super Tuesday approaching, Virginians considered the upcoming general election in November. The Institute for Policy and Opinion Research collected data about public attitudes related to state and national politics, as well as opinions on public figures and organizations.   

Consumer sentiment jumps into 2024 with a strong start. Consumers, both in Virginia and the nation, seem assured of the underlying strength of the economy and that inflation will continue to moderate.  

IPOR is out with the quarterly look at how Virginians feel about the economy. Consumer sentiment has stalled despite inflation moderation and labor market stability. 

The latest Roanoke College Poll looks at the opinions of Virginians on the direction of the Commonwealth and the nation, as well as expected impact of legislative elections in state government. Political anxiety is up overall. 

Roanoke College's Institute for Policy and Opinion Research looks at holiday spending plans for Virginians. Inflation has slowed but that doesn't necessarily mean Virginians will be spending more. 

How honest and reliable do members of society believe each other to be? The level of trust in society strongly predicts economic success and is an important aspect of civic culture. IPOR releases a new annual look at trust in Virginia. 

Virginians have mixed opinions on the direction of Virginia and the nation, approval ratings for Gov. Youngkin and President Biden, and the Trump indictments. 

IPOR is out with the quarterly look at how Virginians feel about the economy. Consumer sentiment has stalled, and high price levels are frustrating Virginians. Unemployment rates remain low with 2.5 job openings for every unemployed person.  

Researchers report Virginians are more satisfied with democracy in the commonwealth than the nation and more anxious about national politics.