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National Polling Averages

The latest picture of the American electorate, tracked over time.

DEMO DATA · NOT REAL POLLING Last updated: November 2, 2026

National averages

2026 midterms · National

Generic ballot

General Election Ballot

D +3.8

Democratic advantage

Democrats 47.9% Republicans 44.1%

Democrat47.9%

Republican44.1%

Other8.0%

Weighted national average D +1.2 over 60 days

2028 cycle · GOP

Primary field

Republican Primary

28.4%

Leading candidate

Alex Carter +6.2 over second

Leader28.4%

2nd place22.2%

Undecided / other5.0%

National Republican primary Carter +6.2 currently

2028 cycle · DEM

Primary field

Democratic Primary

31.6%

Leading candidate

Taylor Brooks +4.8 over second

Leader31.6%

2nd place26.8%

Undecided / other5.1%

National Democratic primary Brooks +4.8 currently

Explore the numbers

Candidate standings · General ballot

Candidate / option	Party	Trend	Average

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How the averages work

EDG methodology

Polling average: A weighted rolling average of qualifying public polls, with pollster quality, sample size, recency and methodology considered.

Trend lines: Each line tracks a candidate or option over time. Choose 30, 60 or 90 days to change the displayed window.

Candidate field: Six named contenders plus an “Other” category are included in each demo race. The generic ballot uses party and other-vote categories.

Coverage National polling

Display Rolling average

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