Why 2026 Midterm Polls Underestimated Democratic Support
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Democratic gains were expected during the 2026 midterm elections. However, surveys almost uniformly underestimated the actual level of support for the left. Many pollsters appear to have made similar errors in their projections.
Democratic gains were expected, but surveys almost uniformly underestimated how well the left would do. Many pollsters seem to have made similar mistakes.