Ashley Koning: “Climate change is not an abstract issue for New Jerseyans… They are worried in real and concrete ways, and they place responsibility most heavily on government, fossil fuel companies, and business and industry.”
A new press release from the Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling, in collaboration with the New Jersey Climate Change Resource Center, highlights broad concern across the state about climate change’s impact on future. Full release: eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u...
"Even though some of these everyday affordability pressures have eased slightly across all New Jerseyans, the burden is still far greater for some more than others," said ECPIP Director Ashley Koning. Swipe through to see the full picture.
We recently reported on the latest Rutgers-Eagleton Poll on NJ affordability. The carousel below visually tracks how six major costs have shifted for Garden State residents from October 2024 through March 2026. Read the full report: eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u...
Ashley Koning: “The story here is not just that New Jerseyans are dissatisfied, it is that the dissatisfaction is spreading. Healthcare and transportation have now crossed into net negative territory for the first time in our trend data.”
A new press release from the ECPIP, in collaboration with the New Jersey Organization for a Better State (NEW JOBS),shows rising pessimism toward both the state & national economies. From results of the Rutgers‑Eagleton/SSRS Garden State Panel. Full release: eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u...
Ashley Koning: “Relief on most everyday costs does not extend to the gas pump. The jump in difficulty cuts across every demographic.” Lower-income and nonwhite residents continue to face the greatest strain.
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A new press release from the Rutgers Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling, based on the Rutgers Eagleton SSRS Garden State Panel, shows that affordability remains a major challenge for New Jersey residents.
Full release: eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u...
The latest Rutgers‑Eagleton Poll highlighted by Dr. Ashley Koning finds Sherrill with 44% favorability, 45% approval, and “average marks across the board,” reflecting an electorate still forming its views of the new administration. Full article: www.insidernj.com/rutgers-eagl...
Dr. Ashley Koning, director of the Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling, is featured in InsiderNJ’s coverage of Gov. Sherrill’s early ratings. As Koning explains, “No governor can move the needle on the issues that matter most to New Jerseyans” Read more: www.insidernj.com/rutgers-eagl...
Ashley Koning: “These are solid baseline numbers…The real test will come as New Jerseyans see more of what she can deliver.” Read more: eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u...
44% of NJ adults view Gov. Sherrill favorably and 45% approve of her job performance, per the latest Rutgers‑Eagleton Poll. Many residents remain unsure as opinions continue to form. Read more: eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u...
Ashley Koning: “The appetite for more local news exists across the board — the question is whether credible outlets can meet that demand.” Read more: eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u...
65% of NJ adults want more local news, according to the latest Rutgers‑Eagleton Poll with the NJ Civic Information Consortium. Demand cuts across party and demographic groups. Read more: eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u...
Ashley Koning: “The appetite for more local news exists across the board — the question is whether credible outlets can meet that demand.” Read more: eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u...
The article cites Rutgers Eagleton Poll findings that showed former President Trump’s favorability in New Jersey at 40 percent favorable and 53 percent unfavorable last fall, placing the Oakland results in a broader statewide context. Read more: newjerseyglobe.com/campaigns/wa...
New analysis referencing the Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling appears in the New Jersey Globe’s coverage of the Oakland special election. The Globe reports that a court ordered do over resulted in a major shift from last November’s outcome. Read more: newjerseyglobe.com/campaigns/wa...
The program examined the No Kings marches, divisions at CPAC regarding the war in Iran, and other national developments that may influence the political environment. Watch here: www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/...
Bloomberg This Weekend featured analysis from Ashley Koning of the Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling on how recent demonstrations and political developments may shape voter sentiment ahead of the midterm elections. Watch here: www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/...
The study revealed a clear awareness gap, with teens reporting far higher in‑class and late‑night social media use than parents realize.These findings set a baseline for evaluating the new restrictions. Read more: rutgers.edu/news/rutgers-research-provides-roadmap-njs-school-cell-phone-ban
A Rutgers survey of 923 parents and 202 teens found shared concerns about teen phone and social media use effects. Research led by professor Jeffrey Lane informed New Jersey’s new bell‑to‑bell law cell phone ban. Read more: rutgers.edu/news/rutgers-research-provides-roadmap-njs-school-cell-phone-ban
The Parent Pulse, a rigorous, independent statewide study, offers organizations a rare opportunity to gain credible, independent insights into the needs and experiences of families across the state.
The Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling is offering an opportunity with the New Jersey Parent Pulse Survey, a statewide study of parents, guardians, and family decision makers across NJ. Question slots are limited. Learn more: akoning@rutgers.edu · 848-932-8940 · eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu
ECPIP’s “First 100 Days” omnibus captures New Jersey residents’ early reactions and priorities as the new administration takes office. A timely, cost‑effective way to place your questions into a statewide, scientifically grounded study.
Learn more: eagletonpoll.rutgers.edu/gardenstatep...
In March 1974, an Eagleton Poll found that 78% of New Jersey residents believed oil companies were “holding back” during the energy crisis, while only 8% said it was a real crisis and 10% said both.
“The Constitution explicitly grants Congress the power to declare war,” said Ashley Koning, director of the Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling, noting that unilateral executive action can strain institutional norms and shift the balance intended by the framers.
According to the Burlington County Times, New Jersey lawmakers are raising concerns about presidential war powers after the administration carried out military strikes in Iran without congressional authorization. Read more: www.burlingtoncountytimes.com/story/news/p... burlingtoncountytimes.com
“We see that these results are pretty much across the board, at least when it comes to knowing someone who has had difficulty with affording child care or believing that it’s more difficult to find child care,” said Ashley Koning, director of the Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling.
According to Gothamist, child care affordability continues to place significant strain on New Jersey families. A Rutgers‑Eagleton Poll conducted with Start Strong NJ found that 68% of New Jersey voters have difficulty finding quality, affordable child care. Read more: gothamist.com/news/nj-lose...
Morristown Green highlighted Koning’s performance and shared behind‑the‑scenes moments, including a good‑luck charm from her son and support from friends and colleagues.