According to BlockBeats, a poll conducted by blockchain venture firm Digital Currency Group (DCG) on May 7th revealed that over 20% of voters in several key swing states consider cryptocurrency a significant issue in the upcoming US elections. The survey was carried out from April 4th to 16th by Harris Poll on behalf of DCG, polling 1,201 registered voters from Michigan, Ohio, Montana, Pennsylvania, Nevada, and Arizona.
The survey found that half of the respondents would pay attention to a candidate's stance on cryptocurrency. Julie Stitzel, Senior Vice President of Policy at DCG, stated that these data indicate that cryptocurrency is a focal point for swing Senate state voters, and a supportive stance on cryptocurrency is beneficial for policymakers and candidates. The survey also emphasized the strong desire of policymakers to establish reasonable regulations that protect consumers without stifling innovation.
Other findings included that approximately 20% to 25% of voters and one-third of 'cryptocurrency supporters' want elected officials to focus on cryptocurrency regulation and investor protection. Among the states surveyed, Ohio voters had a more negative attitude towards cryptocurrency, while Montana had the highest rate of cryptocurrency ownership, with 14% of voters currently owning cryptocurrency.