Public's perception of government corruption hits 20-year high

Americans' belief that government corruption is widespread hit a record 89% this year, driven by rare bipartisan convergence as Democrats' concern is now only marginally higher than that of Republicans, according to a new poll.

Public's perception of government corruption hits 20-year high

TL;DR

  • Record 89% of Americans believe government corruption is widespread.
  • This level of concern represents a rare bipartisan convergence.
  • Democrats' concern about corruption is only marginally higher than Republicans'.
  • The findings are based on a new poll.