More than 90% of Republicans surveyed believe or are unsure about at least one false statement about COVID-19

Members of all parties believe that some amount of false statements about COVID-19 are true, but those shares are greatest among Republicans and independents.

Notes

“Democrats” and “Republicans” include independents who lean toward that party. “Independents” shown here reflect those who do not lean toward either party. The statements concern pregnant people and the vaccine, infertility, the use of ivermectin and the government's reporting on COVID-19 deaths.

Source: Kaiser Family Foundation COVID-19 Vaccine Monitor (as of Oct. 14-24)

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