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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, March 11, 2025

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NEW Survey: Confidence in Democrats Tanking as Grassroots Voters Feel Pain of Trump Policies

Latest Our Revolution Survey of Progressive Voters Finds Nearly 60% Expect to Be Directly Harmed by Trump’s Policies—28% Say They or a Family Member Already Have—Yet Only 3% are Very Confident in Democratic Leadership to Stop It

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the policies of President Trump’s second-term administration take shape—slashing Medicaid, threatening Social Security, gutting labor protections, and fueling mass deportations—progressives are not just warning of future harm; many are already experiencing the devastating effects firsthand.

A new survey conducted by Our Revolution, the nation’s largest progressive political organizing group, finds that a majority of grassroots Democrats fear for their livelihoods under Trump’s agenda while expressing deep frustration over the Democratic Party’s failure to mount a real fight.

Fielded from Saturday, March 8, to Sunday, March 9, the survey reached 3,000 progressive, rank-and-file Democratic voters from Our Revolution’s nationwide base. The results highlight both the immediate impact of Trump’s policies and a crisis of confidence in Democratic leadership.

“The message from this survey is clear:  Grassroots voters have almost zero confidence that Democratic leaders will do what’s necessary to fight Trump’s policies,” said Joseph Geevarghese, Executive Director of Our Revolution. “Democrats cannot afford to ‘play dead’ like some of their consultants are advising.  As Trump is slashing programs that millions rely on, voters  want Democrats to do more than wait for Trump to self-saboataoge.”

Key Findings:

• More than 90% of respondents disapprove of Democratic leadership’s response, describing it as weak (48%), disappointing (23%), or unacceptable (19%).
• Over 80% of respondents cite healthcare cuts, mass layoffs, and increased corporate power as top concerns, yet only 3% have full confidence that Democrats will fight back effectively.
• Nearly 60% of respondents expect to be directly impacted by Trump’s policies, while 28% say they or a family member already have been.
• 56% say they have no confidence that the Democratic Party will do what’s necessary to fight back.Nearly 2 in 3 (62%) say they are willing to mobilize to stop Medicaid cuts and other destructive policies—showing that grassroots energy exists if Democrats are willing to engage it.

Personal Stories: The Human Toll of Trump’s Policies

The survey’s open-ended responses paint a devastating picture of how Trump’s agenda is already upending the lives of working families, immigrants, and vulnerable communities. Respondents detailed widespread fears about losing healthcare, struggling with financial instability, and facing direct threats from Trump’s policies—with many already experiencing the consequences.

Among the most pressing concerns identified from respondents:

• Loss of Healthcare and Public Benefits – Many respondents rely on Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP, and Social Security to survive, and they fear cuts could leave them without access to life-saving care. One respondent wrote, “If I lose Medicaid, I lose my insulin. If I lose my insulin, I die.” Another expressed deep anxiety over potential disability benefit cuts, asking, “What do they expect people like me to do? Just disappear?”
• Fear of Deportation and Family Separation – Immigrant families, including those with U.S. citizen children, are living in fear of mass deportations. A respondent who has lived in the U.S. for decades shared, “I work, I pay taxes, my kids are U.S. citizens. I am terrified of being torn away from them.” Another added, “If Trump wins, I may have to leave. Even though this is my home.”
• Job Loss and Economic Instability – With federal layoffs, rising prices, and labor protections under threat, many respondents are bracing for financial ruin. “I already live paycheck to paycheck. If they cut more jobs, I don’t know what I’ll do,” one person shared. Another pointed to growing inequality, saying, “Billionaires are getting richer while people like me are being left behind.”
• Political Violence and Democracy at Risk – Many respondents fear that Trump’s return to power will lead to greater authoritarianism, embolden extremist violence, and put marginalized communities in greater danger. One respondent wrote, “I don’t feel safe anymore. If Trump wins, people like me will be in danger.” Another summed up the widespread anxiety, saying, “This country feels unrecognizable. I’m scared for my kids.”

These responses underscore the deep, personal toll that Trump’s policies are already taking on millions of people. They are not just worried about political rhetoric—they are terrified for their survival. The overwhelming fear captured in these stories makes clear that Democrats must do more than offer vague opposition to Trump’s agenda. People need real leadership, real solutions, and a real fight to stop these devastating policies before they do irreparable harm.

Joseph Geevarghese, Executive Director of Our Revolution, is available to discuss these survey findings and react more broadly to Tuesday’s presidential debate. To schedule an interview, contact: media@ourrevolution.com.

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Our Revolution is America’s largest grassroots progressive political organizing group, born out of Senator Bernie Sanders’s 2016 presidential campaign. It focuses on mobilizing communities, electing progressive champions, advocating for progressive policies, and transforming the Democratic Party to serve people, not corporate interests.

For Immediate Release: Wednesday, February 26, 2025

CONTACT: media@ourrevolution.com

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: OUR REVOLUTION EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOSEPH GEEVARGHESE AVAILABLE FOR COMMENT ON HOUSE GOP BUDGET AND ITS IMPACT ON WORKING FAMILIES

House Republicans Pass Budget That Cuts Medicaid and Food Assistance While Providing Trillions in Tax Breaks for the Wealthy

Washington, D.C.  —  Following a House GOP vote to pass a budget that slashes Medicaid by nearly $1 trillion, cuts food assistance by $230 billion, and rolls back climate and social program funding while providing massive tax breaks for corporations and the ultra-wealthy,  Our Revolution is calling for strong opposition in the Senate and public mobilization to stop these cuts. 

Joseph Geevarghese, Our Revolution Executive Director is available to provide commentary and analysis on:

• The impact of these cuts on working families, seniors, and red-state communities who stand to lose access to essential healthcare and food assistance.
• The political consequences of this vote and how this decision could affect vulnerable House Republicans in swing districts and the broader fight against oligarchy.
• The role of Senate Democrats and why grassroots groups are demanding they use every procedural tool available to stop these cuts and what a real opposition strategy looks like.
• The broader implications for democracy and how this budget reflects a growing consolidation of power and resources among the wealthiest Americans.

“House Republicans have made their priorities clear: more tax breaks for billionaires while slashing Medicaid and food assistance for working families. This budget is a direct attack on the economic security of millions, and Senate Democrats must do everything in their power to block it. The American people should not be forced to sacrifice their healthcare and livelihoods to benefit the ultra-rich.” — Joseph Geevarghese, Executive Director, Our Revolution

This budget will have serious consequences for millions of Americans, particularly in red and rural communities, and will be a defining issue heading into 2026. Our Revolution is actively organizing in key districts to hold lawmakers accountable for their votes and mobilizing grassroots pressure to stop this budget in the Senate.

To request  an interview with Mr. Geevarghese, please contact: media@ourrevolution.com

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Our Revolution is America’s largest grassroots progressive political organizing group, born out of Senator Bernie Sanders’s 2016 presidential campaign. It focuses on mobilizing communities, electing progressive champions, advocating for progressive policies, and transforming the Democratic Party to serve people, not corporate interests.