A University of New Hampshire Granite State Poll released Wednesday placed Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez at 22 percent support for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, narrowly ahead of Pete Buttigieg at 21 percent. Earlier iterations of the same poll showed Buttigieg leading. Ocasio-Cortez stated she has not weighed options past the midterm elections.
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Read at Fox News →The poll reflects real momentum for the progressive wing among voters prioritizing bold action on inequality and climate, with Ocasio-Cortez's rise indicating a shift away from centrist approaches.
“Base preference for unapologetic left-wing voices over incrementalism.”
The result shows the Democratic base rewarding the most progressive voices, confirming consolidation around an agenda of expanded government that contributed to recent setbacks.
“Left-wing agenda and limited predictive value of early polls.”
An Ocasio-Cortez candidacy risks advancing wealth redistribution and centralized planning that threaten individual liberty and property rights.
“Threat to voluntary exchange and market-driven innovation.”
All three overlook the poll's tiny sample, New Hampshire's calendar change, and that early surveys often reflect name ID rather than policy mandates or donor coalitions.
“Speculation amplification and structural liabilities for a national race.”
Ratings by MBFC