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New poll shows Democrats with 11-point lead on generic ballot

Name: New poll shows Democrats with 11-point lead on generic ballot
Uploaded: 2026-07-23T17:45:00-0400
Duration: 6 min 4 s
Description: Emerson College has found that on a generic ballot, Democrats hold an 11-point lead over Republicans, 53% to 42%, heading into the midterm elections. Political strategists Mark Bednar and Mo Elleithee join with analysis.

Emerson College has found that on a generic ballot, Democrats hold an 11-point lead over Republicans, 53% to 42%, heading into the midterm elections. Political strategists Mark Bednar and Mo Elleithee join with analysis.