Vanderbilt poll: Half respondents feel democracy under attack

Almost half of respondents of a Vanderbilt University poll feel American democracy is under attack — an issue that could see some attention during Thursday presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump.

The latest Vanderbilt Unity Poll shows 49 percent of those surveyed are concerned about American democracy. The sentiment was stronger among Republicans, with 53 percent expressing this view, including 78 percent of those who lean toward MAGA (Make America Great Again). Democrats reported a more positive outlook, with 35 percent viewing democracy as under attack and 57 percent believing it is tested but facing danger.