Insider NJ reports September Emerson Poll results: Harris leads with 49%, Trump at 47%

Insider NJ reports September Emerson Poll results: Harris leads with 49%, Trump at 47%
“Suburban voters are split overall: 48% support Harris and 47% Trump,” Kimball said. “Within this lies a gender divide, suburban men breaking for Trump by 17 points, 57% to 40%, and suburban women breaking for Harris by 18 points, 56% to 38%.”

On the generic congressional ballot, 48% support the Democratic candidate while 44% support the Republican candidate.

Fifty-one percent have a favorable view of Kamala Harris, while 49% have an unfavorable view of the Vice President. Trump’s favorability is at 47%, while 53% have an unfavorable view of him.

Forty-one percent approve of the job President Biden is doing in office, while 53% disapprove of the job he is doing. Since mid-August, Biden’s approval has improved by two points, from 39% to 41%.

Last week on X, Mark Cuban asked his followers, “Who’s persona and character would you like to see young children grow up to have?” When the question was asked in a scientific poll, voters showed a preference for Harris’ character and persona over Trump’s, 54% to 46%.

The economy remains the top issue to voters, at 43%, followed by immigration (15%), threats to democracy (14%), abortion access (7%), healthcare (6%), crime (4%), and housing affordability (3%).

  • Those who say the economy is the top issue facing the country break for Trump, 62% to 36%, as well as immigration, 84% to 13%. Those who say threats to democracy break for Harris, 84% to 12%, along with housing and abortion.

According to the latest Emerson Poll results reported by Insider NJ, Democratic candidate Kamala Harris is leading in the race for the presidency with 49% of the vote, while incumbent President Donald Trump is close behind at 47%. The poll, which was conducted in September, provides a snapshot of the current political landscape and sheds light on the preferences of voters as the 2020 election approaches.

Harris, who is the first woman of color to be nominated for vice president by a major political party, has been gaining momentum in recent months with her strong stance on issues such as healthcare, racial justice, and climate change. Her lead in the Emerson Poll reflects her growing popularity among voters who are looking for a candidate who can bring about real change and address the pressing challenges facing the country.

On the other hand, President Trump’s 47% support in the poll indicates that he still has a significant base of supporters who are standing by him despite his controversial statements and policies. Trump’s campaign has been focusing on issues such as law and order, economic recovery, and national security, which resonate with many conservative voters who believe in his ability to deliver on his promises.

The close margin between Harris and Trump in the Emerson Poll highlights the intense competition between the two candidates and underscores the importance of every vote in this election. With just weeks to go until Election Day, both campaigns will be working tirelessly to rally support and convince undecided voters to choose their candidate.

It is important to note that polls are just one indicator of public opinion and should not be taken as definitive predictions of the outcome of an election. The political landscape can change rapidly, and unexpected events or developments can have a significant impact on voter preferences.

As the race for the presidency heats up, it will be crucial for voters to stay informed about the candidates’ positions on key issues and to participate in the democratic process by casting their ballots on Election Day. The outcome of the 2020 election will have far-reaching consequences for the future of the country, and every vote will count in determining who will lead the nation for the next four years.