The Charlie Kirk Show Inside the 2025 AmericaFest Straw Poll
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Dec 23, 2025 Rich Barris, a seasoned pollster from Big Data Poll, joins to unpack the intriguing results of the Turning Point Action AmFest 2025 straw poll. He reveals that JD Vance is the overwhelming favorite for the 2028 GOP nomination, highlighting a young, enthusiastic base. The podcast also delves into attendees' views on Israel, stressing a more nuanced perspective than often portrayed. Additionally, Barris discusses key priorities for the base, including winning midterms and concerns about radical Islam. The duo concludes with insights on affordability's impact on fertility.
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Big Attendance, Less Infighting Than Reported
- Rich Barris described AmFest as visually the biggest one ever and said media narratives overstated infighting.
- He observed attendees agreed on far more than media portrayed while lively debate still occurred.
Wait For Experience Before Polling
- Do delay straw-poll questions until attendees experience the event to get more informed responses.
- Barris explained waiting until day three produced a large, statistically significant sample and clearer answers.
Overwhelming Support For JD Vance
- AmFest attendees showed near-uniform support for JD Vance as the 2028 GOP nominee, indicating strong movement consensus.
- Rich Barris said this level of unanimity in a straw poll is unprecedented and reflects a clear direction for the base.