Overall, though, nearly two-thirds of adults express concern about contracting the virus, with 3 in 10 saying they’re very worried about it. Republicans and leaners who are worried about contracting the virus are 21 points less likely to approve of Trump’s handling of the pandemic. Republicans worried about contracting the virus are 20 points less likely to approve of Trump’s overall performance as president. Among Republicans and leaners who don’t think the pandemic is under control, 16 percent plan to vote for Biden. Overall, that same percentage of Republicans — 16 percent — who are registered to vote and are worried about someone close to them contracting the virus say they plan to support Biden.

Source: Washington Post August 17, 2020 14:51 UTC