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Democratic Party Favorability Hits Record Lows Amid Internal Discord

The Democratic Party's approval ratings have plunged to historic lows, with internal infighting complicating efforts to regain voters' trust.

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Updated: Mar 17th, 2025, 1:25 PM ET

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The Democratic Party's favorability has plummeted to record lows, with only 27%-29% of voters viewing it positively, according to recent CNN and NBC News polls. A staggering 68% of voters disapprove of Congressional Democrats, with only 21% approval, highlighting discontent even among party members, as 49% express disapproval of their own representatives. This marks a significant 20% decline since January 2021. Amidst growing frustration, calls for a unified stance against Republicans intensify, as party leaders face criticism for perceived leadership failures. Prominent figures like Chris Matthews and Charlamagne Tha God argue that unchecked misinformation is eroding public trust.


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  • The Democratic Party's approval ratings are at record lows, with internal divisions and criticism of leadership complicating their future.

  • Polls reveal that a significant portion of Democratic voters desire a more combative approach against Republicans, rather than compromise.

  • Amidst struggles to unify their messaging and leadership, Democrats face critical disapproval from their own base, impacting their favorability in elections.


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