Texas Public Opinion & Black Voter Perspectives on Key Legislative Issues

Texans share their views on key issues including abortion, Medicaid, gun regulation, and marijuana use in a recent public opinion survey

The Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center at Texas Southern University presents a comprehensive analysis of public opinion in Texas, with a particular focus on Black Texans. This report captures perspectives on key legislative issues, including abortion, Medicaid expansion, marijuana legalization, and firearms regulations, as well as voting trends from the 2024 presidential election. With an oversample of Black Texans, the study offers critical insights into policy preferences and the diversity of thought within the Black community. Read the full report to explore the findings shaping Texas’ political landscape.