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October 30, 2025

1. How Americans feel about the Republican and Democratic parties

Nearly half of Republicans say the GOP is too extreme; 38% of Democrats say the same of their party

Nearly half of Republicans say the GOP is too extreme; 38% of Democrats say the same of their party

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1. How Americans feel about the Republican and Democratic parties
Many Americans express frustration with both parties, especially Democrats
Democrats are highly critical of their own party; Republicans feel much more positively about the GOP
Democrats are increasingly frustrated with their party, as feelings of hope and pride go down sharply
Main reason why Democrats say they are frustrated with their party: Democratic leaders aren’t fighting hard enough against Donald Trump
Majorities describe both parties as ‘too extreme.’ Democrats are more widely viewed as respectful of democracy and tolerant of different types of people
Nearly half of Republicans say the GOP is too extreme; 38% of Democrats say the same of their party
Nearly a third of Americans say both parties are ‘too extreme’; about a quarter say neither governs in an honest and ethical way