Democrats more trusted on healthcare costs, survey shows

By: Jennifer Shutt

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: October 6, 2026

Words: 629

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago


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WASHINGTON — Democrats are more motivated to vote in November’s midterm elections than Republicans, potentially giving the party an advantage to flip at least one chamber of Congress, according to a poll released Tuesday by the nonpartisan health organization KFF.

Democratic candidates also held an edge with voter confidence in their ability to address the rising cost of healthcare and everyday goods as well as abortion policy, though the parties were mostly tied when it came …

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