Shock Poll: Democratic Party Deeply Unpopular

Voters express strong dislike for Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom, AI, and Iran

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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A new NBC poll suggests the Democratic Party is facing significant unpopularity, with voters expressing strong dislike not only for the party but also for prominent Democrats like Vice President Kamala Harris and California Governor Gavin Newsom. The poll also found that voters have negative views of artificial intelligence and the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Why it matters

The Democratic Party's unpopularity could have major implications for the 2024 elections, as voters' dissatisfaction with the party and its leaders could lead to significant losses at the ballot box. The findings also highlight the challenges the party faces in connecting with the electorate on key issues.

The details

The NBC poll found that the Democratic Party has a net favorability rating of -17, with 40% of voters viewing the party favorably and 57% viewing it unfavorably. This represents a significant decline from the party's standing in previous polls. The poll also found that Vice President Kamala Harris has a net favorability rating of -12, while California Governor Gavin Newsom has a net favorability rating of -9. Voters also expressed strong negative views of artificial intelligence (-15 net favorability) and the ongoing conflict with Iran (-19 net favorability).

  • The NBC poll was conducted in early March 2026.

The players

Kamala Harris

The current Vice President of the United States and a prominent Democrat.

Gavin Newsom

The current Governor of California and a prominent Democrat.

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What they’re saying

“The Democratic Party is facing a serious crisis of confidence with voters, and this poll suggests that their unpopularity could have major implications for the 2024 elections.”

— Robby Soave, Political Analyst (thehill.com)

The takeaway

This poll highlights the significant challenges the Democratic Party faces in connecting with voters and maintaining its political influence. The party's unpopularity, coupled with the negative views of its leaders and key issues, suggests that it will need to undertake a major effort to rebuild trust and credibility with the electorate ahead of the 2024 elections.