Election fears run rampant as November nears: poll
Kettering Foundation and Gallup. Chart: Noah Bressner/AxiosAmericans fear November's midterms could be stolen or otherwise compromised, with most worried about political pressure to change results or officials mishandling ballots, new Gallup polling finds.Why it matters: President Trump has cast the American election system as under siege and vulnerable with unfounded claims about his 2020 loss.
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A new Gallup poll shows many Americans fear the November midterm elections could be stolen or compromised. The biggest worries are political pressure to change results and officials mishandling ballots. About 56% of Republicans and 77% of Democrats share these concerns. The poll was conducted by the Charles F. Kettering Foundation and Gallup.
Why it matters
These fears show declining trust in the election system, which could affect voter turnout and political stability. When people doubt elections, democracy can weaken.
- What did the Gallup poll find about Americans' fears?
- Many Americans fear the November midterms could be stolen or compromised, especially due to political pressure or mishandled ballots.
- Which party's members are more worried about election integrity?
- Democrats are more worried, with 77% concerned compared to 56% of Republicans.
- Why should readers care about these election fears?
- Because widespread doubt in elections can lower trust in government and reduce participation in democracy.
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