Two surveys last year painted an unambiguous picture: Republicans had soured on higher education. They thought colleges had a negative impact on the country and the “way things were going.” But a new survey shows that Americans’ attitudes towards higher education—regardless of political affiliation—are a little more complex.
Not only do Americans value education after high school, many of them—of both political stripes—are willing to have more of their tax dollars support it.
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Dr. Nicole Reaves
June 2, 2026









