(NEWSnet) — Ahead of next month's midterm elections, a new poll shows Americans from across the political spectrum feel misinformation fuels political extremism and hate crimes.

About three-quarters of U.S. adults say misinformation is leading to more instances of violence based on race, religion or gender. That's according to the poll from the Pearson Institute and The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

The poll also shows that Americans agree misinformation is leaving a mark on the country.

Overall, 91% of adults say the spread of misinformation is a problem, with 74% calling it a major problem. Only 8% say misinformation isn't a problem at all.