1. Poll: Other Democrats Outperform Biden in Matchups Against Trump.
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DEMOCRATS (United States) , *BALLOTS , *VOTING , *UNITED States presidential election, 2024 , *YOUNG adults , *SWING states (United States politics) - Abstract
A recent poll conducted by U.S. News-Generation Lab reveals that several Democratic leaders, including Kamala Harris, have more support among young adults than President Joe Biden in a head-to-head race against former President Donald Trump. The poll highlights a fragmented and uncertain group of young voters who do not associate Biden with economic improvements and prioritize issues like inflation over abortion. While Biden still outperforms Trump among young adults, his support drops significantly when Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is included in the race. Other Democrats, such as Harris, Gretchen Whitmer, and Gavin Newsom, fare better than Biden against Trump in hypothetical scenarios. Michelle Obama receives the highest support among young adults, surpassing Trump by a significant margin. The poll also indicates that many young adults are not committed to a specific candidate or voting in the upcoming election. Another recent poll suggests that a new Democratic candidate could attract young voters if President Biden were to step aside. However, Democratic leaders need to enhance their communication regarding the achievements of the past four years and their future plans. The poll also reveals a disconnect and dissatisfaction among young Americans, with many respondents unable to identify Biden's accomplishments as president. Despite positive indicators such as low unemployment and increased consumer spending, the economy and inflation are cited as major concerns. It is crucial for Democrats to effectively convey the perceived threat of a second Trump term to democracy. The poll also shows that while young adults recognize the significance of the 2024 election, a significant portion may choose not to [Extracted from the article]
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