Twice as Many Arizonans are Against President Trump Pardoning Sheriff Arpaio Versus Those Who are in Favor

Arpaio pardon has abysmal support among 54 or younger age demographic, stronger with 55+ crowd

Phoenix, AZ (August 21, 2017) – Since Sheriff Joe Arpaio was found guilty of criminal contempt and is awaiting sentencing, there has been speculation on whether President Trump is going to pardon his loyal supporter at tomorrow's Phoenix rally.

In an online survey of 1,065 respondents reflecting the general Arizona population based on U.S. Census numbers, respondents were asked: "This coming Tuesday, President Donald Trump will be in Arizona to hold a rally. Do you think President Donald Trump should pardon Sheriff Joe Arpaio at the event?"

"Half of Arizonans say pardoning Sheriff Joe Arpaio at the Phoenix rally is a bad choice," said Mike Noble, managing partner and chief pollster at OH Predictive Insights.

"Another interesting takeaway besides Arizonans overall thinking an Arpaio pardon is a bad idea — it will go over like a lead balloon with the 54 years of age or younger crowd."

Methodology: Online survey, August 18–20, 2017. U.S. Census-based Arizona population sample. 1,065 completed surveys, MoE ±3%.

Media Contact: Mike Noble, OH Predictive Insights — [email protected], 480-313-1837