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2026 Midterm Multipliers: Drivers of the Historic Blue Wave
Democrats over-performed predictions across the United States. What did pollsters and pundits miss?
Franklin & Marshall College Poll Release: October 2026
Our poll finds that Democrats lead Republicans by 14 points among likely voters for the US House of Representatives. We also address election integrity, voter interest, Flock cameras, and vaccinations, in addition to the PA governor's race and approval of President Trump.
Franklin & Marshall College Poll Release: PA 7th and 10th Congressional Districts, September 2026
The attitudes of the state's voters in these districts show patterns similar to state and national data. Democrats are favored in the congressional races, economic issues are a top concern, and President Trump's performance is rated negatively.
Franklin & Marshall College Poll Release: August 2026
Pennsylvanians are experiencing significant economic stress and are increasingly unhappy with President Trump. We examined affordability, data centers and technology, the president's performance on key issues, and voter preferences in the upcoming midterm election.
Trump's Base and the 2026 Midterms
Will growing discontent among Trump voters hurt Republicans in the upcoming elections?
Franklin & Marshall College Poll Release: June 2026
The poll finds that voters are deeply concerned about the economy and their personal finances, and increasingly dissatisfied with President Trump. But there is broad support for several policy ideas being floated in Pennsylvania.
Framing the 2026 Midterms
Our June newsletter takes a close look at the trends to watch when thinking about the upcoming midterm elections.
Franklin & Marshall Poll Release: March 2026
The first poll of the year explores the mood of the state’s voters and their positions on a number of contemporary issues—including federalizing elections, ICE enforcement, democracy, and the separation of powers—and their ratings of state political figures.
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