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🚨 The July 2026 Politico/Public First survey splits the 74% of MAGA voters who support the war's goals into two distinct economic camps:

37% Unconditional Support: These voters say the U.S. should continue the war regardless of the economic toll.

37% Conditional Support: These voters want to continue the war only if it does not increase consumer and gas prices.

26%: The remaining 26% of the MAGA base is either completely opposed to the conflict or undecided.

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Accepting favorable polling while rejecting unfavorable data from the same outlet is a classic example of confirmation bias.

The anti-intellect, anti-logic wing of MAGA (certainly not all MAGA):

“CNN report, then: good.”

CNN report, now: bad.”

“Only believe Trump then, and now, on polling.”

“Trump say report from CNN then is good, I believe. If Trump now says polling is high in support for the Iran war (just not high gas prices) I believe him, but do not believe any reports from CNN now which shows the opposite!!!”

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YouTube:

“‘I Appreciate CNN For The First Time Maybe In My Life’: Trump Touts Polling.”

“In this March 2026 broadcast, CNN data chief Harry Enten went viral after highlighting a cross-tab showing that 100% of self-identified MAGA voters approved of Donald Trump, with 0% disapproving.”

https://youtu.be/m4QdpbxJuVc?is=VKDFF8ZggpdAseum

[Skwor]

Sure Jan.

[Sarah Barracuda]

NOBODY likes war..but if its a war that no one likes, they at least want to see RESULTS, which is what was happening before Trump decided to stop back in April, you dont quit when you are at the 30 yard line, you finish the job. With Bush, he wanted to fight forever, with Trump, he quit too quickly..and I think it was Vance who told him to stop, how do I know, because Trump pretty much let it slip, I think a little over a month ago Trump said “If the cease fire doesnt work out its JD’s fault” and he laughed, he pretty much said what happened without saying what happened

[neverevergiveup]

Back during WWII the media promoted the military and the heroes who were fighting for our nation. There was ambivalence in the general populace, but the media then wasn’t trying to augment that ambivalence to push a political agenda. They are now.

[neverevergiveup]

Back during WWII the media promoted the military and the heroes who were fighting for our nation. There was ambivalence in the general populace, but the media then wasn’t trying to augment that ambivalence to push a political agenda. They are now.

[Mark]

Is CNN a fortified underground facility filled with sh*t?

[E. Pluribus Unum]

Video Transcript Summary

Detailed Summary:

Public Opinion on the 2026 Iran War Under TrumpThe video analyzes American public sentiment toward the ongoing U.S. war with Iran in 2026, emphasizing that it has become deeply unpopular—more so than at its outset and worse than comparable historical conflicts like the Iraq War at similar stages. The discussion draws heavily on polling data and features a panel debating causes, implications, and context.

Polling Data and Historical Unpopularity

• Net Approval Rating: A Washington Post poll shows President Trump’s handling of the Iran war with a net approval (approval minus disapproval) of -40 points. It started underwater at around -13 in early March and has deteriorated sharply. This is described as one of the least popular readings for any war in recent U.S. history.
• Worth It?
  • 68% of Americans say the Iran war was not worth it.
  • Only 28% say it was worth it.
• Comparison to Iraq War (2006): At a comparable point (three years in, heading into midterms), 58% said Iraq was not worth it and 40% said it was. The Iran war shows even stronger opposition despite being only a few months old. This is framed as ominous for Republicans ahead of midterms, echoing the 2006 losses of Congress.

Partisan and Independent Breakdown:

• Independents overall: 77% say not worth it.
• GOP-leaning independents: 63% say not worth it. These groups are critical because they are key voters for Republicans in Congress, even if Trump himself is not on the ballot.

Panel Discussion and Key ArgumentsContext of Ongoing Fighting:

• Despite claims that the U.S. has “obliterated” Iran’s navy and much of its military, Iranian forces continue attacking U.S. bases and regional targets (e.g., Jordan), with American service member deaths and injuries reported (17 killed, nearly 100 injured in recent weeks). Panelists express mourning for the losses and view the service members as heroes.

Criticisms of the War Effort:

• Lack of Clear Plan: Multiple speakers argue the administration entered without a solid strategy for exit or success. Announced goals (regime change, destroying nuclear capabilities, obliterating military capacity) appear unfulfilled or contradicted by events. New Iranian leadership is seen as even more hostile.
• Economic Pain: Gas prices have risen to $4+/gallon and diesel to $5 in places, affecting daily life. This contrasts with record-low prices earlier in the year.
• Broken Promises: Trump had campaigned against “forever wars.” Public fatigue from Iraq and Afghanistan (where long conflicts ended with perceived poor outcomes, e.g., Taliban back in power) contributes to rapid loss of support.
• Transparency Issues: The public learns casualty figures from reporters rather than the government, eroding trust. Claims of victories are repeatedly questioned when fighting continues.

Defenses and Forward-Looking Views:

• Some panelists stress the need for decisive action: either a superior deal to Obama’s or fully obliterating the regime to prevent a nuclear Iran and protect future generations.
• They acknowledge Iranian desperation (using remaining missiles) does not negate U.S. military superiority but indicates a prolonged conflict.
• One speaker suggests judging success primarily on whether Iran’s nuclear program has truly been eliminated, calling it premature to fully assess.
• Optimistic angles include potential long-term regional shifts (other nations seeking alternative oil routes) that could hurt Iran, though U.S. costs are also acknowledged.

Broader Sentiment:

Support has dropped faster than in Iraq or Afghanistan. Americans appear unwilling to accept open-ended sacrifices without clear, achievable results. The war’s unpopularity is driven by a mix of strategic doubts, human costs, economic impacts, and historical war-weariness.

Overall Tone and Implications

The segment portrays the Iran war as a significant political liability for Trump and congressional Republicans. It highlights a public that is skeptical, frustrated, and quick to turn against the conflict due to perceived lack of planning and tangible progress. Panelists broadly agree on the tragedy of U.S. losses and the threat from Iran but diverge on execution, transparency, and whether the conflict can or should be brought to a decisive end soon.

The video underscores a historically unpopular war that is worsening in public perception, with potential electoral consequences in upcoming midterms.

[jacknhoo]

Communist News Network.

[Paladin2]

Smite the Shia a heavy blow and go home for 10 years.

Islam gonna Jihad.

Just look back over the centuries.

[cowboyusa]

Most MAGA want to see President Trump do what he should have done in April, finish this thing off, and send Iran back to the Stone Age.

[McGruff]

Why didn’t he obliterate Pickaxe Mountain a year ago?

[butlerweave]

CNN , Crap Not News

[Georgia Girl 2]

Well, the American public is subjected to negative coverage of the Iran operation 24/7 365 by the drive-by press. 🙄

[Responsibility2nd]

There used to be polls here at Free Republic for registered FReepers to vote in. They were popular and effective. So JR took them away.

Anyhow, I would suspect that 45 maybe even 50 percent of FReepers support the war unconditionally. I know I don’t.

I have conditional support for the war, but not for the reasons CNN is listing (an increase in consumer and gas prices). My lack of support for the war is based on no clear exit strategy.

[GregH]

Trump repeated rantings, empty bluster and his flip flops are the reason for his decline in poll ratings.

[catnipman]

the DNC sure has got it’s money’s worth from their lying leftist allies this week: a flood of “JD Vance sucks” BS, and a flood of “Trump and GOP are doomed” because the Iran war is lost, or is forever, or there is no end game, or whatever ...

[Mark]

“Nearly 100 US service members have suffered some level of injury” How many service members have suffered injuries or death during military exercises at all of our military bases? How many Police officers suffer or die when doing their jobs? Fire departments? Victims from criminals EACH day?

[alaskamomma]

All these lousy polls coming out. Like they want us to believe they have a crystal ball that can tell the pulse on the MAGA supporters. we can’t hate these medias enough. shun them all and think for yourselves.