Dems Lose Edge in Democratic Affiliation

Gallup released a report yesterday highlighting a significant narrowing in the self-reported party identification gap since January. Democrats began the year with a 17-point advantage (52%-35%). Some of the spread back then reflected post-election Obama euphoria. Many like to be on the winning team.

But since then the Republican numbers have gradually increased and the Democrats percent identifying with Democrats declined. The August Gallup average now shows the Democratic advantage at just 5-points (45%-40%).

A couple of points deserve mention. The Democratic and Republican numbers include people who identify with one party or the other as well as those who say the “lean” toward the Democrats or Republicans.

Posted by: MarkDaoust 987 days ago
Source: http://www.weeklystandard.com
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