Americans are growing more negative about COVID vaccines, amid recent headlines highlighting the possible risks associated with them. Many people on the right have been skeptical and expressing doubt for years, but MIG data shows Democrats are growing more skeptical as well.

Overall Vaccine Discussions

More people online are discussing the potential risks of getting vaccines and booster shots. The possible presence of heavy metals and potential for severe medical problems is becoming a common theme.

Americans are talking about the possibility that vaccines may cause blood clots, increase the risk of heart, brain, and blood disorders, and even contribute to the emergence of more serious diseases.

This is especially concerning for the many Americans who suggest the vaccines and online discussion about them, might be part of larger censorship conspiracies or cover-ups. Some consider the vaccines, like the virus itself, as a form of biowarfare or claim they contain harmful substances.

Some argue that, until now, censorship prevented the public from becoming aware of risks and dangers associated with experimental drugs like the vaccine. They remain dubious of the safety and efficacy of the vaccine, suggesting there would be much more negativity across the political spectrum without such severe censorship.

Across many professional groups and political divisions, people are questioning the rushed pace of vaccine development and approval, citing a need for long-term safety studies. Even those who still advocate for vaccines question why they don't prevent the spread of COVID, only lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Democrats Grow Negative on Vaccines

Historically, Democrats tend to be the voices advocating for COVID vaccines. This is largely still the case—however, sentiment within this group is surprisingly low.

• MIG data shows COVID vaccine sentiment among Democrats is 34%, a 14-day low.
• Overall discussion volume regarding COVID vaccines has averaged 635 mentions per day.

Until very recently...

• Democrats have long insisted that COVID vaccines are crucial tool for “ending the pandemic.”
• They have been stressing the importance of getting vaccinated and following public health guidelines.
• They tend to be very critical towards those potentially spreading misinformation about the vaccines, including public figures and political opponents.
• Often, they express concern about vaccine skepticism and resistance.

Current conversations reveal...

• Some Democrats are expressing concern about the alleged censorship of COVID news.
• There are more mentions of the possible side effects of the vaccines, including slight increases in heart, brain, and blood disorders.
• However, some Democrats argue that the risks of contracting COVID far outweigh these side effects.
• Many still criticize outspoken figures like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene for allegedly spreading conspiracy theories and confusing the public.
• Some are calling for investigations into allegations of adverse effects from vaccines and demanding transparency.

While Democrats are still the most vocal group in favor of vaccines, it’s possible to conclude that they are becoming more aware of the risks. The overall conversation online suggests that, despite censorship, facts and studies about the realities of COVID vaccine dangers are being revealed.

In the face of changing public health guidelines, warnings, and efficacy studies, it seems more Democrat voters may be growing dissatisfied with demonstrated negative vaccine outcomes.