Democrats more likely than Republicans to say they have given ‘a lot’ of thought to midterms, it ‘really matters’ who wins
% of registered voters who …
Note: Based on registered voters.
Source: Survey of U.S. adults conducted July 6-12, 2026.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
Democrats more likely than Republicans to say they have given ‘a lot’ of thought to midterms, it ‘really matters’ who wins
% of registered voters who …
| Date | % of registered voters who … | Rep/Lean Rep | Dem/Lean Dem |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | Say it really matters which party wins control of Congress | 60 | 70 |
| Aug 2022 | Say it really matters which party wins control of Congress | 72 | 69 |
| Aug 2018 | Say it really matters which party wins control of Congress | 66 | 72 |
| July 2026 | Have given a lot of thought to the congressional elections | 22 | 39 |
| Aug 2022 | Have given a lot of thought to the congressional elections | 41 | 34 |
Note: Based on registered voters.
Source: Survey of U.S. adults conducted July 6-12, 2026.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
