AUSTIN (KXAN) — The latest polling data from The University of Texas at Austin's Texas Politics Project released Tuesday, providing insights into the public's perception of its politicians' performance.

Texas Politics Project conducted the poll between Aug. 22 and Sept. 1 and surveyed 1,200 adult Texans. Of respondents, 81% said they had interest in politics and public affairs, and 69% said they vote in most elections.

The share of respondents who felt the country is "headed in the right direction" continues to decrease since the start of 2025. In August, 59% said it was heading in the wrong direction. In February, that share was at 43%.

A majority of respondents (59%) also said they felt Texas was headed in the wrong direction. This also has been steadily increasing since the start of

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