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Poll: Most Americans Feel Country Is Worse Off
Filed: Feb 23, 2026 at 7:03 PM ET
Summary: A new poll reveals six in ten Americans believe the country is in a worse state than last year.
WHO: Americans
WHAT: Poll on national sentiment
WHEN: Feb 23, 2026 at 6:35 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To gauge public opinion on the country's direction
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