A recent UC Berkeley poll shows a significant bipartisan support amongst California voters for requiring first-time voters to provide proof of citizenship to register, underscoring a consensus on election integrity despite notable partisan divisions elsewhere. While 71% of respondents supported this requirement, there remains a stark contrast in confidence in the election system between parties; most Democrats trust the system, while many Republicans harbor skepticism. This distrust is seen as a major concern by poll co-director Mark DiCamillo, emphasizing the necessity of agreement across the political spectrum as vital for electoral integrity.
71% of voters support first-time voters showing proof of citizenship to register, indicating a rare bipartisan agreement on election integrity despite partisan divides.
Mark DiCamillo emphasizes the need for consensus among voters, stating, 'In an election system, you want both sides to be on board,' highlighting the concern among Republicans regarding election trust.
The poll reveals a stark divide in trust of the election system between Republicans and Democrats, with many Republicans expressing distrust, which DiCamillo calls a 'serious concern.'
The report from the Berkeley Institute indicates that while most Californians support some election integrity measures, a sharp distrust persists among California Republicans.
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