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Democrats’ favorability plunges to historic low as voters reject radical agenda

By isabelle // 2025-03-17

• The Democratic Party’s favorability rating hits a historic low of 29%, a 20-point drop since January 2021.
• 52% of Democratic-aligned adults believe the party is heading in the wrong direction, signaling internal dissatisfaction.
• Over 30% of Democrats cannot name a unifying leader, highlighting a leadership vacuum.
• Internal divisions over strategy and policy failures, including a recent government shutdown debacle, further weaken the party.
• President Trump’s approval rating rises to 47%, as voters compare Biden’s failures to Trump’s economic and foreign policy successes.

The Democratic Party’s favorability rating has plummeted to an all-time low of just 29%, according to a recent CNN poll, marking the lowest point in over three decades of polling. This dramatic decline, a 20-point drop since January 2021, underscores a growing rejection of the party’s radical agenda and ineffective governance. As Americans compare the current state of the nation to the successes of President Donald Trump’s first term, the Democratic Party is facing a crisis of confidence not only from the general public but also from its own base. The poll, conducted by SSRS and released by CNN, reveals that 52% of Democratic-aligned adults believe their party is heading in the wrong direction in a stunning admission of failure from within. This internal dissatisfaction, coupled with the party’s inability to unite behind a clear leader, paints a picture of a rudderless organization torn between competing factions.

A party without a leader

One of the most telling signs of the Democratic Party’s disarray is its lack of a unifying leader. When asked to name a leader who “best reflects the core values” of the party, over 30% of Democratic-aligned adults could not name anyone. Among those who did, the responses were scattered: 10% named Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, 9% pointed to Vice President Kamala Harris, and 8% cited Sen. Bernie Sanders. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries garnered just 6%, while former President Barack Obama received 4%. This leadership vacuum contrasts sharply with the Republican Party, which remains firmly united under the clear direction of President Trump. The GOP’s favorability rating, while still underwater at 36%, outpaces the Democrats by a significant margin.

Internal strife and policy failures

The Democratic Party’s struggles extend beyond leadership. The poll highlights a sharp divide within the party over strategy, with 57% of Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents saying their leaders should focus on opposing the Republican agenda rather than seeking bipartisan cooperation. This marks a dramatic shift from 2017, when 74% of Democrats favored working with Republicans. The party’s inability to present a cohesive vision has left voters disillusioned. One respondent summed up the frustration, stating, “No one. That’s the problem,” when asked to identify a Democratic leader. The recent government shutdown debacle further exposed the party’s internal strife. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s decision to support a Republican-crafted spending bill to avert a shutdown infuriated progressives, who saw it as a betrayal. Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) blasted Schumer on CNN, saying, “The idea that Chuck Schumer is the only one that’s got a brain in the room and the only one that can think through all of the pros and cons is absolutely ridiculous.” The Democratic Party’s decline in favorability coincides with President Trump’s resurgence. Trump’s approval rating has reached an all-time high of 47%, according to an NBC News poll, as voters increasingly compare the Biden administration’s failures to the successes of Trump's first term. During Trump’s first presidency, the economy thrived, unemployment hit record lows, and America’s global standing was restored. In contrast, the Biden administration was marked by soaring inflation, a border crisis, and foreign policy missteps. These failures left voters longing for a return to the stability and prosperity of the Trump era. The Democratic Party’s historic low in favorability is a clear indictment of its radical agenda and ineffective leadership. As voters reject the left’s policies and yearn for the successes of the past, the party faces an uphill battle to regain trust. With no unifying leader, internal divisions, and a base that has lost faith, the Democrats are at a crossroads. Unless they can chart a new course, their future looks increasingly bleak. Sources for this article include: YourNews.com NYPost.com FoxNews.com

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