Nothing’s working for Democrats as they sink below GOP’s ‘favorability’

Published October 20, 2025 12:02pm ET



They’ve blamed the government shutdown on congressional Republicans, claimed White House tariffs would steal Christmas and even rolled out funny costumes at Saturday’s “No Kings” protest, but nothing seems to be working for Democrats.

And now, after falling to a new low in popularity, Democrats have sunk below Republicans in the key “favorability index,” a sign that their kitchen sink strategy has failed.

Already a print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.