DCG Survey: Majority of Swing State Voters Believe Financial System Favors Elites Over Regular People
The results of a new survey conducted by venture capital firm Digital Currency Group (DCG) reveal that a majority of voters in key swing states in the US believe that the financial system is unfair. The survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, reached out to 1,201 registered voters in Michigan, Ohio, Montana, Pennsylvania, Nevada, and Arizona to gauge their opinions on cryptocurrency and the current financial system.
The findings of the survey indicate that voters in these battleground states are skeptical about the fairness of the existing financial system. Only 38% of respondents believe that the current system is designed for people like them, while just 25% consider it fair for everyone.
The report states, “The current financial system is widely unpopular, with voters overwhelmingly agreeing that it is inequitable and that younger generations, in particular, are at a disadvantage.”
Furthermore, four out of five registered voters believe that the current financial system favors the elite over ordinary people. The survey reveals that voters have a negative perception of the system, with the majority agreeing that it lacks transparency (79%), is difficult to understand (67%), and places younger generations on a path to failure (63%).
Interestingly, only 14% of voters own digital assets, and a significant 69% admit to having limited knowledge about cryptocurrencies. However, nearly a third of respondents have positive feelings towards crypto, and approximately 90% of them plan to vote in the upcoming 2024 elections.
The survey also sheds light on voters’ opinions towards political candidates and their stance on crypto. Nearly half of the respondents do not trust candidates who would interfere with cryptocurrencies, while one-quarter believe that a candidate’s support for crypto would make them more trustworthy. Additionally, 30% of voters are more likely to support a political candidate who is friendly towards crypto.
In conclusion, the survey conducted by DCG and The Harris Poll highlights the dissatisfaction among voters in swing states regarding the current financial system. The majority of respondents believe that the system is unfair and favors the elite, while also lacking transparency and understanding. Although a significant number of voters have limited knowledge about cryptocurrencies, there is a positive sentiment towards crypto, with many planning to vote in favor of candidates who support the industry.