Gallup’s latest data reveals a sharp decline in the Democratic Party’s public standing, dropping to a record low in the organization’s decades-long trend.
According to the survey, just 34% of Americans now hold a favorable view of the Democratic Party—the lowest rating since Gallup began tracking the measure in 1992. The previous low, 36%, was recorded in November 2014. This year’s drop represents a significant fall from levels observed only months earlier, signaling a deepening image problem for the party following the 2024 election cycle.
While not enjoying overwhelming popularity, the Republican Party scores slightly higher, with 38% of respondents viewing it favorably.
The most troubling figure for Democrats may be the weakening support within their own base. Gallup found that only 73% of self-identified Democrats currently have a favorable opinion of their party, down sharply from 87% in November 2024. By comparison, 91% of Republicans rate their own party positively.
Independent voters—often pivotal in national elections—are showing deep skepticism toward Democrats. Only 27% hold a favorable view of the party, tying a previous record low and underscoring the challenge Democrats face in appealing beyond their core supporters.
Gallup’s results align with other recent surveys. A Wall Street Journal poll found that 63% of voters now view the Democratic Party unfavorably, while just 33% view it favorably—a figure that also represents a three-decade low.
