Democratic Party Approval Ratings Plunge to Record Lows

Recent polling indicates the Democratic Party's favorability has plummeted to record lows, with a CNN poll showing only 29% of Americans viewing the party positively, down from 49% four years ago. NBC News corroborates this decline, reporting just 27% favorability, marking the lowest in their history since 1990. The dissatisfaction is significantly pronounced among Democrats themselves, with only 63% of Democratic-aligned individuals expressing a favorable opinion of their party, a stark drop from 81% at the start of the Biden administration. Many Democrats are now divided on the party's direction, with a majority advocating for a more aggressive stance against the Republican agenda rather than seeking cooperation. The discontent has led to calls for leadership changes within the party, particularly targeting Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. As the party grapples with these challenges, the political landscape remains increasingly competitive, with Republicans enjoying relatively higher favorability ratings.