Why Independent Voters Declare Their Independence from the Major Parties
A deep-dive into the minds of a silent but powerful voting bloc and how they play a major role in elections as we reach the apex of the hyper polarization cycle.
Navigating 2026 Election Issues, Political Polling, and World Turbulence – 06.26.26
In this episode of Real Polling in Real Time, John and Jeremy Zogby discuss key election issues, political polling trends, and the polarized state of US national unity. They analyze recent voter sentiment, generational polling insights, and the impact of global geopolitical hotspots including the Middle East. Get detailed political analysis and real-time polling insights…
White House Spectacle, Iran Deal Uncertainty – 06.16.26
In this edition of Real Polling in Real Time, John and Jeremy Zogby dive into the pressing political and geopolitical issues shaping our world today. From the controversial $60 million Ultimate Fighting Challenge extravaganza at the White House to the ongoing uncertainties around an Iran deal, they explore the implications for U.S. domestic politics and…
The Hero Generation & The Great Rebuild
There are times when a pollster has to set aside opinion data and make a judgment based on other available facts and trends. I believe that’s necessary to fully grasp what is likely ahead as we enter this consequential summer.
Staggering Data that Should Make the Political Class Reconsider Its Tribal Messaging and Strategies
Ever wonder what the consequences of long-term political warfare messaging are for voters? This article goes beyond typical polling data and looks at the expectations and viability of national unity over time. And what some voters are doing about it. The numbers that follow come from a recent John Zogby Strategies national survey of 1,000…
New Issues Emerging This Summer & Shaping 2026 Midterms – 06.08.26
In this special edition of Real Polling in Real Time with John and Jeremy Zogby, we dive into the critical political developments shaping America and the world in 2026. From the heated Los Angeles mayoral race and controversial primaries in Maine to the escalating conflict in Iran and its economic impact, we unpack the latest…
Neither Party Has a Playbook for This: A Data-Driven Narrative on Where It’s All Headed
This follow-up piece zooms in on our sixth and current cycle—the Polarization Surge (2004 – 2024), synthesizing a macro view of election history, recent poll tracking, and a clear understanding of events that have unfolded since 2024. The subsequent analysis and insights look beyond who will win the Midterms and offer a clear picture of where American…
Independents – Voters Neither Party Gets
An in-depth look at a dynamic group that recently made history and will continue to alter the political landscape. Here’s how and why.
The Latest Zogby Political Poll: Trump, Economic Concerns & War Trends – 05.22.26
In this episode, John and Jeremy Zogby analyze new political polling data on Trump’s influence, economic worries, and war sentiments shaping the election landscape. Show Notes: John and Jeremy Zogby discuss a new Zogby Strategies poll taken Thursday–Friday amid a week in which Trump showed strong influence over Republicans early (primary defeats of Thomas Massie…
Has the War Boxed the GOP In? – 04.22.26
Today on the podcast we have new numbers on the battle for Congress in 2026. This is an important one. Historically the president’s party takes a beating in the midterms and the numbers are shaping to support that narrative. Republicans have lost 30 elections since Trump’s term started and the redistricting moves in Texas have…