What percentage of respondents would not consider a democratic socialist candidate?

55 percent said they would not consider voting for such a candidate.

What share said they would consider it?

39 percent said they would consider voting for a democratic socialist candidate.

What does the poll suggest about support for democratic socialism?

The poll suggests that a majority of Americans are hesitant to support a democratic socialist presidential candidate.

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Most say they wouldn't back democratic socialist presidential candidate: Survey

First publishedJul 30, 15:36 UTC

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Answer

Most Americans say they wouldn’t support a democratic socialist presidential candidate, according to a new poll. In The Washington Post/Ipsos poll, 55 percent of respondents said they wouldn’t “consider” casting their ballot for a self-identified democratic socialist presidential candidate, while 39 percent said the opposite and 6 percent did not respond.

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A recent poll shows most Americans would not vote for a democratic socialist presidential candidate. In the Washington Post/Ipsos survey, 55 percent said they would not consider such a candidate. About 39 percent said they would consider it, and 6 percent did not answer.

Why it matters

This shows how Americans view socialist ideas in politics. It can affect which candidates parties choose to run.

In brief

What percentage of respondents would not consider a democratic socialist candidate?: 55 percent said they would not consider voting for such a candidate.
What share said they would consider it?: 39 percent said they would consider voting for a democratic socialist candidate.
What does the poll suggest about support for democratic socialism?: The poll suggests that a majority of Americans are hesitant to support a democratic socialist presidential candidate.

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