EXTRA: Most Independents Lean R or D
According to the latest Gallup poll, 45 percent of U.S. adults identify as political independents, a record high. Only 27 percent of US adults identify as Democrats and 27 percent identify as Republicans. Furthermore, almost 60 percent of Americans give both parties unfavorable ratings, according to the PEW Research Center. Who are these independent voters? Will they affect outcome of the 2026 elections? KSFR turned to Professor Samara Klar at the University of Arizona School of Government for answers. Klar is the author and co-author of numerous books and articles on independent politics and…
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