This represents the third survey to suggest Hochul's lead is narrower than expected for a deep blue state, according to some polling analysts. A previous Co/efficient poll from Sept. 25 placed her lead at 7 points with 48% support, mirroring a trend in which Democratic incumbents in similar strongholds are performing at or slightly below their 2022 levels.
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Kathy Hochul Leads Bruce Blakeman 53% to 42% in Marist NY Poll
US Politics14 days ago
Registered voters in New York favor the current administration over the Republican challenger in a sampling of the electorate conducted from Oct. 1 to Oct. 4. The Marist poll finds Kathy Hochul with 53% support and Bruce Blakeman with 42%, although Blakeman leads Hochul among independents 49% to 42%. The survey also notes a 55% to 42% lead for Democrats on the generic congressional ballot and a 38% approval rating for President Donald Trump in the state.
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