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Could the Midterms Be Tighter Than Expected?

Jul 13, 2022

Nate Cohn, a domestic correspondent for The Upshot at The New York Times, dives into shifting expectations for the midterm elections. He discusses a new poll revealing potential resilience among Democrats, particularly among white, college-educated voters. Cohn highlights how recent Supreme Court rulings may have inadvertently bolstered Democratic support. He also contrasts Biden's low approval ratings with voter preferences, emphasizing the strategic challenges Democrats face in mobilizing diverse voter blocs amidst pressing issues like abortion and democracy.

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Are Democrats More Receptive to Big Issues Like Abortion, Guns and Democracy?

01:33

The Democratic Party isn't Getting the Voters they Need

01:29

Intro

2min

Voter Dynamics Ahead of the Midterms

6min

Unexpected Political Gains Amidst Controversial Rulings

2min

Midterm Political Landscape and Approval Ratings

2min

Navigating Midterm Complexities

14min

Revelations from January 6th Hearings and Twitter's Legal Challenge

2min

For months, leaders of the Democratic Party and President Biden have been bracing for huge losses in the upcoming midterm elections. Today, “The Daily” explores a new New York Times poll that complicates that thinking — and could set the stage for a very different showdown in November.

Guest: Nate Cohn, a domestic correspondent for The Upshot at The New York Times.

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Here’s what a new Times poll shows about divisions and dissatisfaction in the United States.

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