(The Center Square) – About 34% of North Carolinians surveyed at the end of July said they are a lot or somewhat MAGA compared to 29% identifying as Democratic Socialists of America.
This Elon University Poll, also known as the 2026 North Carolina Political Landscape Report, said 26% defined themselves as politically homeless. In conjunction with YouGov, the Elon Poll has a sampling of 800 adults ages 18 and older from July 23-31. The margin of error is +/- 4.42%.
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