Election Bets Face Rising Opposition by US Citizens

A new Reuters/Ipsos poll revealed that most Americans oppose using prediction markets to wager on US elections, military operations , and government decisions. This trend may be problematic for an industry aiming to broaden its public appeal. It also suggests that commercial growth and success don’t mean Americans want every political decision turning into a wager. Americans Remain Apprehensive About Election Wagers The survey, conducted from September 30 to October 5 , found that voters from across the political spectrum opposed election betting. Roughly 69% of Democrats and 61% of Republicans were firmly against.