Rasmussen: Democrats Hold Six-Point Advantage on Health Care Issue

Voters Continue to Trust Democrats More on Health Care

A new Rasmussen Reports national survey reveals that Democrats maintain a six-point lead over Republicans when it comes to voter trust on handling health care — a central issue tied to the ongoing government shutdown. Forty-five percent of likely U.S. voters said they trust Democrats more to manage health care, compared to 39% who trust Republicans. Sixteen percent remain undecided. The Democratic advantage has slightly increased since July, when it stood at five points.

Health Care System Ratings Decline

Public perception of the nation’s health care system continues to dip. Just 37% of voters rate it as good or excellent, down from 40% in July. Another 31% describe it as fair, while 27% call it poor. Among voters who trust Democrats more, only 30% give the system high marks. In contrast, 54% of those who trust Republicans say the system is good or excellent.

Divides by Party, Gender, and Race

The survey highlights key differences among demographic groups. Eighty-four percent of Democrats trust their own party to handle health care, while 77% of Republicans back the GOP. Among unaffiliated voters, 36% favor Democrats, 31% side with Republicans, and a full third remain unsure. Women voters favor Democrats by a 14-point margin, while men narrowly trust Republicans more. By race, Hispanic voters rated the system highest, while Black voters were most likely to express trust in Democrats.