The MeidasTouch Podcast Midterm Elections Data Shows DEMOCRATIC SURGE with expert Simon Rosenberg
Nov 6, 2022
Simon Rosenberg, a Democratic strategist and elections expert, joins host Ben Meiselas to share exciting data about the midterm elections. They discuss the surge in Democratic voter support, driven by grassroots mobilization, alongside crucial insights from polling data. The duo explores early voting trends and a notable shift in voter behavior, particularly among younger voters and former Republicans. They emphasize the importance of community engagement and the urgency of participating in the electoral process to combat authoritarianism.
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Positive Democratic Turnout
- Democrats are showing high energy and turnout, contrary to "red wave" predictions.
- Early vote data shows Democrats outperforming Republicans in several key areas.
Target Early Data Shows Democratic Lead
- Early vote data from Target Early shows Democrats with an 11-point lead over Republicans.
- This surpasses 2020's lead and significantly outperforms 2018.
Shift Towards Democratic Voters
- This week saw a substantial shift towards Democratic voters, especially in key states.
- Field organization efforts appear to be paying off.