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90% of Democrats Back Medicare for All, Poll Shows

12/18/2025

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Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) will advocate for Medicare for All in early 2026, presenting polling data to House Democrats.
The polling by GQR Research shows 90% support among Democrats.
The poll finds 54% of voters nationally in favor, with independents and Republicans backing the policy.
Rising health care costs have shifted public opinion toward Medicare for All, though moderate Democrats may push back.

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Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) will advocate for Medicare for All in early 2026, presenting polling data to House Democrats.
The polling by GQR Research shows 90% support among Democrats.
The poll finds 54% of voters nationally in favor, with independents and Republicans backing the policy.
Rising health care costs have shifted public opinion toward Medicare for All, though moderate Democrats may push back.