Poll watch
■■ 38 million Americans (15%) say they are worse off financially since the pandemic began, including many who were already living in poverty. 55% say their finances have stayed the same, while 30% report having better finances.
AP News/NORC
■■ 49% of Americans surveyed identify as Democrats or Democrat-leaning, compared with 40% who consider themselves Republican or Republican-leaning. This is the largest percent advantage Democrats have had since 2012. 11% say they have no partisan leaning. Gallup