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Majority of Americans believe that neither main political party represents their interests accurately.

Americans remain unconvinced that either political party is advocating for their interests, as revealed by the latest NBC News Stay Tuned Poll in collaboration with SurveyMonkey. The poll indicates a challenge for Democrats to mobilize their own voter base.

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Majority of Americans believe that neither main political party represents their interests accurately.

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Americans are left feeling unconvinced that either political party is genuinely battling for them, as per the latest NBC News Update Poll conducted by SurveyMonkey. This poll indicates that a plurality of adults (38%) think neither party is fighting for them, with 24% liking the Republicans more and 23% preferring the Democrats[1].

The skepticism toward both major parties follows the 2024 election season, where third-party hopefuls such as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. registered double-digit support before falling behind and ultimately endorsing Donald Trump. In upcoming elections, notable independent candidates can be found vying for positions, including the Governor's race in Michigan, with Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan running as an independent[1].

The survey also showcases unease among the liberal base of the Democratic Party, with 38% of progressives acknowledging that neither party represents them, compared to only half who think their party does[1].

Conversely, among those who align closer with the Make America Great Again movement, the numbers are markedly different; only 23% say neither party fights for them, whereas 67% support the Republican Party[1].

The negative sentiments toward both parties are mainly driven by younger Americans, with 45% of those aged 30-44 and 41% of 18-29-year-olds stating that neither party is advocating for people like them[1].

A significant proportion of third-party voters (69%) and a majority of non-voters (47%) share the sentiment that neither party is fighting for them[1].

After a contentious presidential election, an overwhelming majority of adults (77%) believe that nothing will change in the country until a new generation of leaders steps up in Washington[1]. This desire for new leadership is consistent across age groups, with more than 75% of each generation agreeing[1].

This perspective is especially strong among Democrats, with 89% agreeing that a new generation of leaders is needed, as opposed to 65% of Republicans[1]. This push for change is igniting new primary challenges against longtime Democratic incumbents.

Overall, both parties are viewed slightly more unfavorably by the public, with 40% of adults viewing the Democratic Party favorably, and 60% holding a negative view. The Republican Party fares slightly better, with 44% showing a favorable opinion and 55% feeling unfavorable[1]. However, political independents appear to have a lower opinion of the Republican Party compared to the Democrats (30% favorable vs. 36%)[1].

For the Democrats, the problem lies partly within their own coalition, with 22% of Democrats viewing their party unfavorably, compared to only 13% of Republicans who feel the same about their party[1]. Among those who identify with the progressive movement, a far higher percentage (30%) express an unfavorable view of the Democratic Party, compared to just 10% of supporters of the MAGA movement[1].

The gender gap in politics remains prominent, as 45% of women view the Democratic Party favorably, compared to 35% of men. The reverse is true for the Republican Party, with 49% of men and 40% of women holding a favorable opinion[1]. This disparity is more pronounced among younger voters between the ages of 18 and 29, as just 27% of women view the Republican Party favorably, compared to 44% of men[1]. On the other hand, 38% of young men view the Democratic Party favorably, while 54% of young women do[1].

The survey also sheds light on the degree of attachment members of both parties feel toward them as institutions[1]. A majority of Republicans (56%) consider themselves more supporters of the MAGA movement, while 44% identify as supporters of the Republican Party[1]. This pattern is reversed for Democrats, with 56% stating they align more with progressive causes and the progressive movement, versus 44% who side with the Democratic Party[1].

The poll highlights an increasing divide between political parties and their supporters, with many Americans looking for change and representation that better reflects their interests and values[1].

This NBC News Update Poll was powered by SurveyMonkey, a fast, user-friendly feedback management platform where millions of questions are answered daily[1]. The poll was conducted online from April 11-20, surveying 19,682 adults nationwide aged 18 and over, including 2,230 adults aged 18-29[1]. Reported percentages exclude item nonresponse, and the margin of error for the survey is +/- 2.2 percentage points for all adults and +/- 2.7 percentage points for those aged 18-29.

[1] - Based on Enrichment Data[2] - Additional Insight from Enrichment Data

  1. The poll conducted by SurveyMonkey, during the period April 11-20, surveyed 19,682 adults nationwide, including 2,230 adults aged 18-29.
  2. A plurality of adults (38%) think neither the Democrats nor the Republicans are fighting for them in politics.
  3. Among progressives within the Democratic Party, a significant number (38%) believe their party does not represent them.
  4. Among those who align with the Make America Great Again movement, the numbers are markedly different; only 23% say neither party fights for them, whereas 67% support the Republicans.
  5. Younger Americans, including those aged 30-44 (45%) and 18-29 (41%), hold the view that neither party is advocating for people like them.
  6. Mike Duggan, the Detroit Mayor, is running as an independent in the Governor's race in Michigan.
  7. The survey reveals a desire among 77% of adults for new leadership to step up in Washington.
  8. The push for change is igniting new primary challenges against longtime Democratic incumbents.
  9. The gender gap in politics remains prominent, with more favorable views of the Democratic Party among women (45%) than men (35%).
  10. The survey findings indicate a majority of Republicans (56%) consider themselves more supporters of the MAGA movement, in contrast to the Democrats, where 56% align more with progressive causes and the progressive movement.
  11. The survey reflects an increasing divide between political parties and their supporters, with many Americans seeking change and representation that better resonates with their interests and values.
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