According to a recent Gallup poll, Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader maintains robust public approval ratings despite concerns among citizens regarding key issues. President Luis Abinader enjoys a solid approval rating, with 59.8% of Dominicans considering him a “good” President , according to a recent Gallup survey, as reported in Noticias SIN.. Abinader is in his second and last term as President.
Overall, the Gallup poll shows that President Abinader retains significant popular support due to his communication style, economic management, social programs, and infrastructure initiatives.
While Abinader enjoys strong support, the poll also identifies that cost of living and security are the main areas of concern.
The poll shed light on the nation’s primary concerns, with economic woes topping the list.
Here’s a breakdown of the Dominican Republic’s main problems as perceived by those polled:
Inflation and cost of living (50.7%): Over half of the respondents cited this as the most pressing issue, with nearly 4 in 10 (38.4%) saying it directly affects their families.
Security and crime (38.3%): Nearly four decades of respondents identified crime as a top concern, with 11.8% feeling personally affected by insecurity.
Power outages and energy crisis (30.4%): While 1 in 10 (11.7%) reported personal disruption due to blackouts, over three decades of the population consider it a critical issue.
Illegal migration (27.1%): The survey highlighted concerns about Haitian immigration, though 76.4% are confident in the country’s ability to preserve its territorial sovereignty.
Unemployment (26.5%): Almost 3 in 10 Dominicans view joblessness as a critical problem, with nearly 10% directly affected.
Other notable findings include:
• 46.8% rate Abinader’s performance as “good,” while 40.3% call it “regular.”
• 53.5% believe he has fulfilled “some” or “a lot” of his campaign promises.
• 48.5% approve of Abinader’s migration policy, and 88.3% back increased deportations of illegal Haitians.
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Noticias SIN
25 February 2025