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Pennsylvania Voters Favor Gov. Shapiro and Democratic House Control, Quinnipiac Poll Shows
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Governor’s Race Leads
The Quinnipiac University poll of 1,159 likely Pennsylvania voters finds incumbent Governor Josh Shapiro ahead with 59 % support, while Republican challenger Stacy Garrity trails at 34 %. Libertarian candidate Ken Krawchuk receives 2 %, and 4 % of respondents are undecided. Among Democrats, 95 % back Shapiro; among Republicans, 79 % favor Garrity; independents give Shapiro 62 % and Garrity 23 %. Favorability ratings show 55 % of likely voters view Shapiro positively versus 29 % negatively, while 22 % view Garrity favorably and 32 % unfavorably.
Preference for U.S. House Control
When asked which party should control the United States House of Representatives, 54 % of likely voters say the Democratic Party, compared with 39 % who prefer the Republican Party; 7 % offer no opinion.
Voter Satisfaction and Candidate Opinions
Overall, 56 % of likely voters report being either “very satisfied” (8 %) or “somewhat satisfied” (48 %) with the direction of Pennsylvania, while 42 % express dissatisfaction. The poll also notes that “nearly three-quarters” of voters approve of Shapiro’s job performance, underscoring his strong standing among the electorate.
Official Statements & Responses
Malloy adds that “with independents in strong agreement, Democrats get the nod on which party should wield the gavel in the U.S. House.”
Verbatim Quotes
- “One of the country's most popular governors gets a rousing endorsement from Pennsylvania's likely voters in a race that looks like a rout,” — Quinnipiac University Polling Analyst
- “With independents in strong agreement, Democrats get the nod on which party should wield the gavel in the U.S. House,” — Malloy. There