Pennsylvania Democrats see a decline of 55K voters
OAN’s Abril Elfi
3:20 PM – Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Thousands of Democrats have switched their party affiliation to Republican in Pennsylvania.
According to the most up-to-date voter registration from December 18th, 35,589 registered Democrats in Pennsylvania have switched to their party affiliation to Republican this year.
In contrast, 15,622 Republicans who are currently registered have switched to become Democrats.
Additionally, 20,908 former Republicans and 18,927 former Democrats identify as Independents today.
Democrats have suffered a net loss of 21,948, which is concerning given that Biden won Pennsylvania by roughly 80,000 votes in the 2020 election.
In 2016, the current front-runner for the Republican nomination, former President Donald Trump, won it by fewer than 45,000 votes.
“Current voter registration trends and polling in Pennsylvania should be setting off alarms for President Biden and Democrats at the state and national level, with pocketbook issues remaining the top concern of voters who overwhelmingly feel that things are headed in the wrong direction,” Erik Telford, a senior vice president of public affairs at the Commonwealth Foundation, told Newsweek.
Allegheny (3,817 switched from Democrat to GOP), Bucks (1,131 switched from Democrat to GOP), and Westmoreland (1,169 switched from Democrat to GOP) counties, which were all instrumental to Biden’s 2020 victory, saw the largest net losses for the Democrat Party.
The latest poll by DailyMail.com found that Trump picked up Independent voters and extended his lead to 4 points in the 2024 presidential election.
Pennsylvania is set to likely be a critical state in the 2024 presidential election.
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What are some of the factors that have influenced Democrats in Pennsylvania to switch their party affiliation to Republican?
Title: Changing Political Landscape: Thousands of Democrats Switch Party Affiliation to Republican in Pennsylvania
Introduction:
In a surprising and significant shift, thousands of Democrats in Pennsylvania have changed their party affiliation to Republican. The latest voter registration data from December 18th reveals that 35,589 registered Democrats have switched to the Republican party in the past year, while 15,622 Republicans have become Democrats. This change in affiliation has raised concerns among Democrats, especially considering that President Biden won Pennsylvania by a margin of approximately 80,000 votes in the 2020 election. These changing trends in voter registration and polling should serve as a wake-up call for President Biden and Democrats at the state and national level.
Factors Impacting Party Affiliation Shift:
A prevailing concern for voters, particularly Independents, is the direction the country is headed, with pocketbook issues at the forefront of their worries. Erik Telford, a senior vice president of public affairs at the Commonwealth Foundation, emphasized the need for Democrats to address these concerns. He stated, “Current voter registration trends and polling in Pennsylvania should be setting off alarms for President Biden and Democrats at the state and national level, with pocketbook issues remaining the top concern of voters who overwhelmingly feel that things are headed in the wrong direction” (Newsweek).
Impact on Key Counties:
Several counties that played pivotal roles in President Biden’s 2020 victory have witnessed significant net losses for the Democrat Party. Allegheny County saw 3,817 party switches from Democrat to GOP, followed by Bucks County with 1,131 switches and Westmoreland County with 1,169 switches. These losses in traditionally Democrat-leaning regions underscore the increasing appeal of the Republican party.
Potential Influence on the 2024 Presidential Election:
A recent poll conducted by DailyMail.com indicates that former President Donald Trump has gained traction among Independent voters, extending his lead by four points in the upcoming 2024 presidential election. The results suggest that Pennsylvania could become a critical state in deciding the outcome of the election.
Conclusion:
The significant shift in party affiliation among Democrats in Pennsylvania is a development that merits careful analysis and consideration. With the loss of over 21,000 registered Democrats, the Democrats face an uphill battle to retain their voter base in Pennsylvania. The changing political landscape should prompt Democrats to reevaluate their policies and engage with voters’ concerns. The 2024 presidential election is likely to be influenced by these shifting allegiances, making it crucial for both parties to understand and respond to the concerns of Pennsylvanian voters.
Sources:
– FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images
– OAN’s Abril Elfi
– Newsweek
– DailyMail.com
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