Vancouver, BC – The popularity of BC’s Attorney General David Eby has seen a decline, according to a recent poll conducted by Research Co.
The survey, which was conducted between July 8 and July 10, found that only 33% of British Columbians have a positive opinion of Eby, while 45% hold a negative view. This marks a significant drop from a similar poll conducted in March, where Eby’s approval rating was at 42%.
The decline in Eby’s popularity can be attributed to several factors, including his handling of the ICBC file and the controversial changes to the province’s auto insurance system. The poll found that 54% of respondents disapprove of Eby’s performance in this area, while only 27% approve.
Additionally, Eby’s handling of the money laundering issue in BC has also contributed to his declining popularity. The survey found that 49% of British Columbians disapprove of Eby’s handling of this issue, while only 29% approve.
The poll also revealed that Eby’s popularity is divided along party lines, with 60% of BC NDP supporters holding a positive view of him, compared to only 14% of BC Liberal supporters.
Mario Canseco, President of Research Co., believes that Eby’s decline in popularity can also be attributed to his role as the face of the government’s controversial speculation and vacancy tax. “The tax has been a contentious issue for many British Columbians, and Eby’s association with it may have affected his approval ratings,” Canseco said.
Despite the decline in his popularity, Eby remains a key figure in the BC government, and his role as Attorney General is crucial in addressing important issues such as money laundering and ICBC reform.
The poll was conducted online among 800 adults in British Columbia, and has a margin of error of +/- 3.5 percentage points, 19 times out of 20.
