A recent survey conducted by the Digital Currency Group (DCG) and The Harris Poll has indicated that voters’ attitudes towards digital assets could play a crucial role in the 2024 United States elections.
The online poll, which surveyed 1,201 registered voters in April, found that more than two-thirds of respondents somewhat or strongly agreed with the statement that “crypto is for people like them and more equitable than the financial system.” Notably, over 90% of participants from Michigan, Nevada, Ohio, Montana, Pennsylvania, and Arizona expressed their intention to vote in the 2024 elections, suggesting that candidates’ stance on crypto could be a significant factor in these swing states.
CEO of the Blockchain Association, Kristin Smith, commented on the poll, stating, “[D]igital assets have emerged as a significant issue in the upcoming election… These data underscore the increasing relevance of our issues in shaping the electoral landscape of 2024.” Furthermore, the survey revealed that 26% of voters actively consider political candidates’ positions on digital assets when making their decisions.
The survey also highlighted that voters who held positive views on crypto showed no major differences in terms of household income and political party leanings. However, the poll indicated that 77% of Ohio voters had a more negative attitude towards crypto.
In related news, it is predicted that digital assets will be a “sleeper issue” in the 2024 elections, according to Representative Tom Emmer. The Senate race in Ohio, for example, is expected to be a closely contested battle between Democrat Sherrod Brown, who chairs the Senate Banking Committee, and Republican Bernie Moreno. Even if voters choose Moreno over Brown in 2024, Democrats could still maintain a Senate majority and select a different candidate for the committee chair.
Furthermore, three crypto-focused political action committees have reportedly raised over $100 million to support candidates from both parties in the upcoming election, as reported by Public Citizen on May 6. The 2024 elections will determine control of the U.S. Presidency, House of Representatives (where Republicans currently hold a narrow majority), and the Senate (where Democrats have a slim majority).
In conclusion, the survey conducted by the Digital Currency Group and The Harris Poll has revealed the significance of voters’ positions on digital assets in the upcoming 2024 United States elections. The data suggests that candidates’ stance on crypto could be a critical factor in swing states and that it is increasingly shaping the electoral landscape.