Democrats more trusted on healthcare costs, survey shows
The poll also finds Democrats hold an enthusiasm edge, while 66% of voters back a national health plan and support shifts with framing.
- On Tuesday, a KFF Health Tracking Poll revealed Democrats hold a significant advantage over Republicans in voter enthusiasm and trust on health care costs before November's midterm elections.
- Health care affordability worries drive voter motivation, as KFF President and CEO Dr. Drew Altman said these costs rank alongside gas, housing, and food as top economic concerns this year.
- Bipartisan consensus exists that the U.S. health care system needs major changes, with 89% of Democrats and 77% of Republicans supporting either a complete overhaul or significant reform.
- While 66% of respondents favor candidates supporting a national health plan, support fluctuates sharply; approval drops to 38% when told it could "threaten the current Medicare program."
- Democratic supporters report higher motivation than Republicans, with 63% of Democrats saying they are more motivated to vote this year, potentially aiding the party's effort to flip Congress in November.
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Democrats more trusted on healthcare costs, survey shows • West Virginia Watch
WASHINGTON — Democrats are more motivated to vote in November’s midterm elections than Republicans, potentially giving the party an advantage to flip at least one chamber of Congress, according to a poll released Tuesday by the nonpartisan health organization KFF. Democratic candidates also held an edge with voter confidence in their ability to address the […]
Democrats more trusted on healthcare costs heading into the midterms, poll finds
WASHINGTON — Democrats are more motivated to vote in November’s midterm elections than Republicans, potentially giving the party an advantage to flip at least one chamber of Congress, according to a poll released Tuesday by the nonpartisan health organization KFF. Democratic candidates also held an edge with voter confidence in their ability to address the […]
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WASHINGTON — Democrats are more motivated to vote in November’s midterm elections than Republicans, potentially giving the party an advantage to flip at least one chamber of Congress, according to a poll released Tuesday by the nonpartisan health organization KFF. Democratic candidates also held an edge with voter confidence in their ability to address the […]
Democrats Way More Likely to Vote in Midterms
KFF Poll: “With the 2026 midterm campaigns in full swing and early voting about to begin, there is a wide enthusiasm gap between partisan voters, with Democratic voters 25 percentage points more likely than Republican voters to say they are ‘more motivated’ than usual to vote (63% vs. 38%).”
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Democrats more trusted on healthcare costs, survey shows
Democrats are more motivated to vote in November’s midterm elections than Republicans, potentially giving the party an advantage to flip at least one chamber of Congress, according to a KFF poll.
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