Democrats Head for 91% Turnout Despite Weak 40.5% Favorability
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Updated · The Washington Post · Sep 13
Democrats Head for 91% Turnout Despite Weak 40.5% Favorability
1 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · Sep 13
Summary
About 91% of Democratic registered voters said they would definitely vote in the midterms, versus 79% of Republicans, even as many Democrats voiced frustration with their party’s leadership.
Interviews with dozens of voters at the Biden Welcome Center in Delaware showed many plan to back Democratic candidates anyway, largely to unite against the current administration and its policies.
Voters repeatedly said they want Democrats to show more backbone, recruit stronger candidates, focus on the economy and younger generations, and present a clearer long-term plan.
The turnout resilience comes as Democratic favorability remains modest but has improved over the past year to 40.5%, with 30% favorability among independents.