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Even now — as Dems appear to be surging — polling suggests that fewer than 40% of Americans view the Democratic Party favorably.—Matt K. Lewis, Twin Cities, 12 Apr. 2026 The best early look at the Dem/GOP AI gap came from Nathan Sanders and Bruce Schneier in the American Prospect.—David Weigel, semafor.com, 8 Apr. 2026 Heaven help us if a Dem is elected in 2028 and reopens the border.—Rob Crilly, The Washington Examiner, 3 Apr. 2026 But Sherrill is an anti-tax crusader compared to the Dem party leaders’ new love interest for 2028: Spanberger.—Stephen Moore, Boston Herald, 7 Feb. 2026