Poll: Voters See Political Parties as More Extreme Than Their Own Candidates
- Posted on August 9, 2026
- Midterm Elections (2026)
- By The New York Times
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Recent polling data from swing states reveals a significant perception gap between American voters and political institutions. While voters perceive both national parties as ideologically extreme, they simultaneously view the actual nominees as considerably more moderate. This disconnect highlights growing voter frustration with partisan polarization and suggests that centrist positioning may resonate with battleground state electorates ahead of upcoming electoral cycles.
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Poll: Voters See Political Parties as More Extreme Than Their Own Candidates
In a New York Times/Siena poll of battleground states, national parties were seen as too far to the right or the left, while nominees were viewed as more moderate. continue reading...
