Survey Says is a weekly series rounding up the most important polling trends or data points you need to know about, plus a vibe check on a trend that’s driving politics.

Lots of people say they’ll leave the United States if an election doesn’t go their way. The idea is simple: Find a government that matches your values—maybe universal health care—or, at the very least, get a break from the administration you loathe at home.

After President Donald Trump’s 2024 win, those musings turned into action. CNN reported that Americans searching “move Canada” spiked to a 12-month high between Nov. 3 and 9. “How to move to Canada” peaked on Nov. 6, especially in deep-blue states like Oregon, Vermont, and Washington.

It’s not just Democrats who fantasize about fleeing. Ahead of last year’s election,

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