New poll finds one‑third of Colorado residents name political instability as top concern
A newly released bipartisan poll from the Colorado Health Foundation reveals that political dysfunction now ranks as the chief worry for surveyed residents—outranking housing affordability, jobs, and healthcare. One‑third listed politics and government as their top concern, a dramatic spike from just 11% last year .
Respondents expressed a pervasive sense of helplessness and mistrust: many feel their voices no longer matter in the revolving door of partisan disputes. Interviewees directly linked political infighting in Washington to failures in addressing local issues, including higher taxes and strained public services .
Health Foundation analysts warn this growing apathy could erode civic engagement and drive political radicals into power. They recommend bipartisan fixes, such as redistricting reform and citizen assemblies, to begin rebuilding public confidence.
With distrust at such high levels, Colorado may become emblematic of a broader crisis in American democracy as policy gridlock deepens ahead of national elections.
Adedayo Obadina
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