In a Harris Poll survey commissioned by Digital Currency Group (DCG), respondents from swing states called for greater discourse on the topic, saying it was a significant part of their election considerations. This news came in a May 7 news release from DCG.
"The recent poll conducted by Harris and DCG confirms what many in the industry have suspected: digital assets have emerged as a significant issue in the upcoming election. These data underscore the increasing relevance of our issues in shaping the electoral landscape of 2024," said Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association.
According to the May 7 news release, poll results were released in conjunction with a two-day event in Washington, D.C., which brought DCG leaders, its portfolio companies, and congressional leaders together for discussion. The event included members of the Congressional Blockchain Caucus and the Congressional Artificial Intelligence Caucus.
The poll, commissioned by DCG, focused on voters in Arizona, Nevada, Montana, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan. The intent was to learn about voter attitudes regarding the financial system and cryptocurrency as the 2024 election nears. With the Harris Poll, DCG surveyed 1,201 voters in those states and found that 40% of respondents discussed digital currency with political candidates. Additionally, 48% of voters do not trust candidates who interfere with cryptocurrency. There is support for regulation of cryptocurrency—20-25% of all voters and one-third of crypto-positive voters want some focus on cryptocurrency regulation and protections for those who invest in cryptocurrency. Regarding the financial system itself, 80% of respondents said that it favors elites and more than half say that younger generations are set up to fail.
"This data shows crypto is top of mind for voters in swing Senate states and that a pro-crypto position is a net positive for policymakers and candidates. The poll also underscores a strong desire for policymakers to establish reasonable regulations that protect consumers without stifling innovation," said Julie Stitzel, Senior Vice President of Policy at DCG.
DCG—Digital Currency Group—was founded by Barry Silbert in 2015. The global enterprise builds, buys, and invests in companies focusing on blockchain technology around the world. It backs more than 200 companies in over 35 countries.
