“Pelosi’s National Popularity Plummets as Election Looms”

Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, has reached her lowest popularity level since being in office. Four years ago, 17% reported having a “strongly” favorable view of Pelosi; 19% reported having a “strongly” unfavorable view of her. Now, only 12% report have “strongly” favorable view of her, while those who hold a “strongly” unfavorable view has more than doubled to 41%. Pelosi is not popular among centrist independents, with 61% viewing her unfavorably.

She is still popular in her district, and is likely to be re-elected. However, her position as Speaker of the House, may not be so secure. Republicans are specifically targeting her in negative add, and due to her unpopularity, democratic candidates are reluctant to be associated or seen with her.

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