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Democrats' Blue Wave Hopes Fade Ahead of 2024

7/17/2025

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Democrats are urged to temper their hopes for a "blue wave" in 2026, as CNN's Harry Enten reveals their generic ballot lead has dwindled to just two points. This decline mirrors patterns seen before the pivotal 2006 and 2018 midterms, suggesting Republicans may have the upper hand heading into the 2024 elections.

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Democrats are urged to temper their hopes for a "blue wave" in 2026, as CNN's Harry Enten reveals their generic ballot lead has dwindled to just two points. This decline mirrors patterns seen before the pivotal 2006 and 2018 midterms, suggesting Republicans may have the upper hand heading into the 2024 elections.