CNBC Survey Reveals Deep Voter Polarization Before Midterms

A CNBC All-America Economic Survey of 1,000 registered voters indicates deep polarization and mutual fear between the two major political parties as the midterm elections approach. While affordability is a high priority for voters across the political spectrum, the data shows that fears are closely aligned with current political advertising campaigns.

Democratic voters primarily fear that Republican control of Congress would enable President Donald Trump to operate beyond his constitutional power. These concerns mirror Democratic campaign messaging that focuses on allegations of corruption surrounding the president.

Republican voters express opposite concerns, fearing that a Democratic Congress would increase taxes, weaken border security, and enact socialist policies associated with the Democratic Socialists of America. These views align with Republican advertising that characterizes Democratic candidates as radicals.