The Virginia Index of Consumer Sentiment is down since a record high in August. Sentiment is below the national February value. Republicans and Democrats remain divided, particularly about the future health of the economy. 

Virginians generally disapprove of Trump's presidency so far and think he is moving too quickly on policies.  Overall, a majority of Virginians see the nation divided regarding the important issues facing the U.S.

Virginians weigh in on felony theft, voting right restoration, minimum wage, abortion limitations and more. 

The Virginia Index of Consumer Sentiment is down three points since August, the measure's record high. Sentiment is above the preliminary national November value of 91.6. A sizable drop in optimism about the future is largely offset by growth in sentiments about current household finances and economic conditions. 

The Roanoke College Poll shows Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton leading Republican nominee Donald Trump. There is evidence FBI Director James Comey's announcement last week regarding the renewed email investigation did impact some voters' decisions.

The Roanoke College Institute for Policy and Opinion Research (IPOR) conducted its first Virginia Business Leaders Poll in which 310 CEOs of Virginia companies with sales of at least $5 million in the last year were asked a variety of questions pertaining to the local and national economy and business climate.

Nearly two-thirds of likely voters said they were very interested in the campaign, while much of the support for each major party candidate is solid.  

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has cut more than half of Democrat Hillary Clinton's lead in a month, but still trails by 7 percent among likely voters in Virginia. Libertarian Gary Johnson remained steady with 8 percent. Green Party candidate Jill Stein dropped to 1 percent, while 9 percent of voters surveyed remain undecided.

The Virginia Real Estate Index -- Inventories fall and prices rise across the Commonwealth. Central and Northern Virginia and the Tidewater show particular strength, which is driven by sellers' anticipation of higher prices. 

Virginians view on consumer sentiment is up. In political breakdowns, the RC Poll finds Democrats report considerably more optimism than Republicans.