A new survey by Black Futures Lab, encompassing 211,219 Black Americans from all 50 states, reveals that 71% of Black voters trust Vice President Kamala Harris, while only 5% trust former President Donald Trump.
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This survey is noted as the largest-known survey of Black Americans since the Reconstruction era.
Conducted between February 2022 and October 2023, the survey indicates that Harris, as the presumptive Democratic nominee, has a significant edge in gaining support from Black voters over Trump.
The survey was facilitated by 50 Black-led grassroots organizations and national partners, marking a significant increase from the 30,000 responses in the 2018 survey.
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Key findings show that economic concerns are paramount, with 97% of respondents advocating for more affordable college, 95% supporting a $15 minimum wage, and 94% favoring expanded government aid.
The top three issues identified were low wages (38%), gun violence (33%), and failing schools (31%).
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The survey also highlighted that Black Americans trust small businesses more than any other institutions, while showing the least trust in corporations, elected officials, and police.
Additionally, 70% of respondents identified as Democrats, with only 2% identifying as Republicans. Among the 23% who identify as independent, a majority still lean Democratic.
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Despite concerns about local issues, the survey found lower voter turnout in local elections compared to federal ones.
To address this, organizations like the New Georgia Project plan to use the data to educate voters on the importance of local elections and the impact on their daily lives.
Kristin Powell, Black Futures Lab’s principal, emphasized the importance of this survey in countering stereotypes and showcasing the need for supportive policies that reflect the investments Black Americans make through their taxes.
Natishia June, the field director, reiterated the importance of controlling the political agenda to build power in politics.
