… In a polarized country, energizing the base of the party is a prerequisite to winning the nomination, if not the general election. More so than in some past campaigns, however, the effect of all this seems to be accentuating the gap between left and right, between Democrats and Republicans, […] Read more »
For Republicans, Mounting Fears of Lasting Split
The Republican Party is facing a historic split over its fundamental principles and identity, as its once powerful establishment grapples with an eruption of class tensions, ethnic resentments and mistrust among working-class conservatives who are demanding a presidential nominee who represents their interests. … While warring party factions usually reconcile […] Read more »
Fox News Poll: Cruz, Trump remain top GOP picks in Iowa
Ted Cruz continues to hold an edge over Donald Trump in the GOP nomination race in Iowa, according to the latest Fox News poll of likely Republican caucus-goers. CONT. Dana Blanton, Fox News Read more »
Jeb Bush’s Image Among Republicans Deteriorates
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush’s image among Republicans has steadily worsened over the past 5 ½ months. His current net favorable rating of -1 (44% favorable, 45% unfavorable) among Republicans is significantly lower than his +27 (54% favorable, 27% unfavorable) rating in mid-July. CONT. Frank Newport, Gallup Read more »
Ted Cruz Might Not Need Trump Supporters
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz is poised to absorb Donald Trump’s supporters when the billionaire exits the race for the GOP presidential nomination, according to one of the campaign’s most common narratives. But how many Trump supporters are open to supporting another candidate? … Both Trump and Cruz have found success […] Read more »
Trump Leads, But When It Comes To Second Choice, Cruz Is On Top
While the media has been largely consumed by examining the GOP front-runner, asking about second choices is the key to understanding how the race will likely develop once candidates drop in viability or drop out altogether. In other words, who stands to topple Donald Trump once the field narrows? CONT. […] Read more »