Americans want better vaccine safety oversight, more stringent clinical trials and greater Big Pharma accountability, according to a poll conducted this month by the Center for Excellence in Polling and commissioned by the Foundation for Government Accountability.
The results showed that 88% of respondents believe pharmaceutical companies “should be held financially responsible” if their vaccines or other products cause harm.
Also, 88% said they strongly or somewhat agree that clinical trials for new COVID-19 boosters should demonstrate a “clear health benefit” before being granted U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval. Support for both policies was nearly identical among Republicans and Democrats.
The survey also found that 50% of respondents strongly or somewhat agree that parents should have the right to opt their children out of school-required vaccines, without penalty.
