Harvard Harris Poll Shows Republicans and Democrats Dead Even on Generic Ballot Just a Month Before Midterms

The Harvard Harris poll indicates that Republicans and Democrats are currently tied at 50-50 on the generic ballot among registered voters, with Democrats holding a slight 51-49 lead among likely voters. A significant portion of voters, particularly among Republicans and Democrats, report having already made up their minds, while independents remain undecided. The poll suggests that the anticipated Democratic advantage in the upcoming midterms may be less certain than previously suggested.

• Harvard Harris poll shows Republicans and Democrats are dead even on the generic ballot.
• Among all registered voters, the parties are split 50-50.
• Democrats hold a slight 51-49 percent lead among likely voters.
• Fifty percent of voters say their minds are already made up.
• Two-thirds of voters expect to vote a straight-party ticket.
• The importance of voting in the midterms is rated similarly high by both Democrats and Republicans.