According to a recent poll, Republicans have made significant gains with Independents, while Democrats find themselves in the worst position they have been in over the past 20 years. This shift comes despite concerns over Democrats moving toward communism and socialism, raising the question: why are Republicans doing as well as they are?
CNN measured changes in political support before and after the recent government shutdown. During the shutdown, Republicans saw a 12-point increase with their base and an 8-point rise among Independents. Overall, Congressional Republicans are up by five points, and the party as a whole has improved by two points.
In contrast, Democrats are only up three points on the congressional ballot, a notable decline from their usual 11-point advantage. This drop highlights the challenges the party faces, especially as many voters grow wary of Democrats moving hard left.
It’s also worth noting that the narrative blaming the GOP for the shutdown, promoted by Democrats and amplified by mainstream media outlets, has had some impact—though it hasn’t been enough to prevent Republican gains.
As the political landscape evolves, these polling results suggest a realignment that Democrats will need to address if they hope to regain their footing in upcoming elections.
https://www.independentsentinel.com/some-good-polling-news-for-the-gop-during-the-shutdown/
