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California voters favor progressive candidates, split over democratic socialism, poll finds
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Justine McDaniel , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· August 19, 2026
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Key points The poll's findings highlight the differences in views among various age groups regarding their support for progressive candidates versus more traditional Democratic options. A new poll reveals that voters tend to support progressive candidates over mainstream Democrats when it comes to elections.
A new poll reveals that voters tend to support progressive candidates over mainstream Democrats when it comes to elections. This preference is notable, although it is accompanied by a significant divide along generational lines. The poll's findings highlight the differences in views among various age groups regarding their support for progressive candidates versus more traditional Democratic options.
Further details about the poll's results are available, including the specific preferences of different demographic groups. The poll's discovery of a generational divide suggests that voters' views on progressive candidates and democratic socialism vary widely.
More information can be found in the original poll results for those interested in a deeper understanding of the findings.
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Category: government Published: August 19, 2026 Source: Los Angeles Times - California Reading time: 1 min
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