Hochul Leads Blakeman 55% to 41% in New NY Poll
Hochul holds a 14-point lead as Blakeman gains union backing over officer safety and pension concerns, while both campaigns target affordability.
- On Wednesday, a new Quinnipiac poll showed Governor Kathy Hochul leading Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman by 14 points, with 55% of likely voters supporting the incumbent compared to 41% for Blakeman.
- Blakeman, the Nassau County Executive, is aiming to become New York's first Republican governor in nearly 20 years with backing from President Donald Trump, who called him "a fantastic guy."
- Cost of living and the economy remain the primary issues for voters statewide, areas where Hochul holds commanding leads of 71% and 72% respectively among those prioritizing these concerns.
- Several court officers' unions endorsed Blakeman on Wednesday, criticizing Hochul for neglecting officer safety, while the governor's office touted new red-tape reduction measures for businesses and childcare providers.
- Early voting begins this Saturday, October 24, with less than two weeks remaining before election day, as pollsters note the race remains an uphill climb for Blakeman despite his recent gains.
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New Poll: Hochul Leads Blakeman By 14 Points In New York Governor’s Race
NEW YORK (VINnews) — Republican Bruce Blakeman has narrowed Gov. Kathy Hochul’s advantage in New York’s gubernatorial contest, although the Democratic incumbent continues to lead by double digits, according to a Quinnipiac University poll released Wednesday. The survey found Hochul receiving support from 55% of likely voters, compared with 41% for Blakeman, the Nassau County […]
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Jewish News SyndicateHochul leads Blakeman by 14 points in New York governor’s race, per new Quinnipiac poll
“If it’s the cost of living or the economy as the top issue, Hochul has resounding support,” the poll assistant director stated. “If it’s immigration, Blakeman leads overwhelmingly.”
Poll finds Hochul’s lead decreasing, still at double digits
NEW YORK STATE (WIVT/WBGH) – A Quinnipiac University poll found that although Governor Hochul’s advantage in the gubernatorial race has decreased, she still holds a double-digit advantage of Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman. Hochul has 55% support, whereas Blakeman sits at 41%. 4% did not pick a candidate. The poll also found that New York voters [...]
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