Balance of Power Election Night in America
Nov 4, 2025
Cliff Young, Chair of Ipsos U.S. Public Affairs, shares insights on how voter concerns about affordability are shaping election outcomes nationwide. Jeanne Shanzano, a Democratic analyst, discusses the tensions within the Democratic Party as they approach the New York mayoral race. Former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe weighs in on how the federal shutdown may help Democrats in his state, while casting doubt on the Republican ticket's quality. Together, they paint a vivid picture of the political landscape leading into critical elections.
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Affordability Drives Mamdani's Momentum
- Zoran Mamdani's campaign centers on affordability, public safety, and ideology, resonating with voters priced out of the city.
- Miles Miller reports his lead looks commanding and the margin will determine his mandate.
Independents Decide New Jersey Tight Race
- New Jersey's race tightened from double digits to a one-to-five point margin with independents pivotal.
- Romaine Bostic notes Republicans targeted diverse Democratic strongholds to court swing voters.
Cost Of Living Is The Election's Core
- Ipsos polling finds affordability and cost-of-living are the dominant issues across these state races.
- Cliff Young says pocketbook concerns outweigh nationalizing the elections for most voters.