Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in self-defense? | Daily Question

Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in self‑defense? Published on September 12, 2025 → Survey conducted on September 12, 2025 on 2974 U.S. adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

Race

Yes, violence can sometimes be justified

64%

No, violence is never justified

22%

Not sure

11%

Prefer not to say

3%

Yes, violence can sometimes be justified

64%

No, violence is never justified

22%

Not sure

11%

Prefer not to say

3%