The American people have spoken, and it looks like they’re ready for a fresh dose of hope and relief now that President-elect Donald Trump is preparing to return to the White House. According to a recent Fox News poll, the mood across the country is shifting in favor of optimism, despite the left’s endless hysteria. While the usual suspects in the Democratic Party are still clinging to their “doom and gloom” narrative, most voters seem ready to move on and embrace a brighter future under Trump’s leadership.
The poll shows that 54% of voters feel hopeful about the election outcome, with another 50% expressing relief. And nearly half—48%—are downright excited. Compare that to the other side of the aisle, where a significant chunk of Democrats are wallowing in fear (77%), anger (69%), and depression (68%). You’d think they’d be used to losing by now, but apparently not. Meanwhile, Republicans are riding high, with an overwhelming 91% feeling hopeful and 86% excited about what’s to come. It’s the kind of enthusiasm that only comes when voters know real leadership is on the way.
The economy remains the top concern for Americans, with 34% of respondents citing it as their number one issue. Immigration and border security came in second at 21%, which makes sense considering Biden’s border disaster has been a daily reminder of what happens when you prioritize open borders over national sovereignty. Health care trailed far behind at just 8%, further proof that the economy and border security are what truly matter to voters.
What do Americans want from Trump’s second term? It’s no surprise that slashing food and gas prices tops the list, with 60% of respondents—including nearly half of Democrats—saying it’s an “extremely important” priority. Cutting taxes and strengthening national defense rounded out the top three. This bipartisan support for lowering costs is a direct indictment of the Biden administration’s inflationary policies, which left Americans struggling to make ends meet.
Let’s face it: Democrats brought this on themselves. They spent four years calling Trump supporters every name in the book, only to be handed another electoral defeat because they couldn’t deliver on their promises. Voters are tired of the left’s virtue-signaling and failed policies. They want action, and they know Trump is the man to get it done.
This poll is just the latest evidence that Americans are ready to leave the incompetence of the Biden administration behind. With Trump back in the Oval Office, the focus will shift to what actually matters: fixing the economy, securing the border, and making America strong again. The left can cry all they want, but the American people are speaking loud and clear—they’re ready for real leadership, and Trump is the one to deliver it.