The Majority of Americans Do Not Believe the 2020 Election was Stolen

By Better Today On Sep 8, 2023

Title: Debate Over election fraud claims Continues as Polls Show Divisions Among Americans

Introduction:
In a recent interview on a television show hosted by Piers Morgan, former Arizona candidate Kari Lake echoed the unfounded claims of Election fraud made by former President Donald Trump. However, her assertions were swiftly rebuked by Morgan, who declared them as “complete nonsense.” This conversation highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the legitimacy of the 2020 presidential election results.

The Polls: Majority of Americans Do Not Believe in Election fraud
Lake argued that the majority of Americans believe the 2020 election was marred by fraud. However, Morgan refuted her claim, stating that multiple polls have consistently shown that most Americans do not believe the election was stolen. He emphasized that the election was not stolen because there is no credible evidence to support such a claim.

Rasmussen Reports and Questionable Polling:
Lake cited a poll from Rasmussen Reports to support her assertion. Although it is unclear which specific survey she referred to, a May poll conducted by Rasmussen did show similar numbers. It claimed that 45 percent of Democrats, 64 percent of independents, and 80 percent of Republicans believed that cheating affected the outcome of the election. However, these results are not entirely reliable, as Rasmussen Reports has a history of skewing its results in favor of the GOP.

CNN Polling: Americans View Biden’s Election as Legitimate
Contrary to Lake’s claims, recent polling conducted by SSRS for CNN revealed that the majority of Americans consider President Joe Biden’s election as legitimate. The poll found that 93 percent of Democrats, 6 in 10 Americans overall, viewed Biden’s victory as legitimate. Only among Republicans did a majority doubt the legitimacy of Biden’s win, with over 4 in 10 falsely claiming there was solid evidence of fraud.

The Credibility of Rasmussen and Political Influences:
Lake’s reliance on Rasmussen’s numbers may stem from the pollster’s perceived credibility among the right-wing. However, it is crucial to note that these findings are not replicated by pollsters without perceived political influences. Rasmussen’s methodology and its tendency to pose right-wing-centric questions have raised skepticism among experts and even sparked a dispute with FiveThirtyEight.

Lake’s Political Motivations:
It is worth noting that Lake’s support for Rasmussen’s poll numbers may be driven by her own political aspirations. Recent reports suggest that she is vying for influence within Trump’s circle, potentially eyeing a vice-presidential slot alongside Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Interestingly, Rasmussen’s poll indicated that if Greene were Trump’s running mate, they would lose to President Biden by 4 points. However, if Lake joined forces with Trump, they would win by five points.

Conclusion:
While the debate over election fraud claims continues, it is essential to recognize that the majority of Americans, including a significant majority of Democrats, believe that the 2020 election was legitimate. The credibility of Rasmussen Reports and the political motivations behind certain poll results raise doubts about the accuracy of claims suggesting widespread belief in Election fraud. As the nation moves forward, it is crucial to base discussions and decisions on accurate and verifiable information.