Every few years the country gets fascinated by the prospect of a 3rd party. But that comes fraught with controversy and problems, particularly when they are not founded from the bottom-up grassroots movement.

Do we actually need a 3rd party, or a 3rd party-like candidate? The system is gamed against having a 3rd party anyway. Would a party like No Labels also run the risk of simply peeling off more Biden voters and handing the election to Donald Trump?

We’ll also shift gears to Ohio where there was a special election on whether voters think that it should take a 60% majority to amend the state constitution, rather than the current 50%. This was spearheaded by Republicans in an effort to make it more difficult to pass an abortion rights ballot initiative this fall. This effort was resoundingly defeated in large part because of the mobilization of pro-choice groups. What does this tell us about the voters’ intensity around abortion rights?

The Zogby Report | 08.11.23 - 2024: Labels or No Labels?

Today on the podcast, let’s talk about some polls (not ours) that have recently come out which are very telling. In our weekly report card for the Washington Examiner we use the line ‘are we one Saturday away from a Saturday night massacre’ - a reference to the Nixon scandals which shifted from Watergate to the release of Nixon’s secret recordings. Are we in such a moment?

President Trump faces scrutiny as his connections to Jeffrey Epstein come to light, and threatens to be a defining issue of his presidency. Broader topics include global tensions with China and Russia advocating for a new world order and implications on the Western financial system. 

But at the core are we in a deep-seated crisis within both U.S. political parties, where that neither Democrats nor Republicans have the upper hand in this escalating political warfare? 

Thanks as always for watching and listening - and we'll see you next time.

Is the President Checkmated? - 07.22.25

In this episode of 'Real Polling in Real Time with Zogby,' we’ll analyze the dramatic drop in President Trump's approval ratings. We’ll detail his slipping support across key demographic groups such as Republicans, independents, Hispanics, parents with young children, and new media consumers. 

The conversation also touches on historical analogies to previous presidents, including George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, who managed to recover their ratings during crises. But we’re skeptical about Trump's ability to rally the nation due to hyperpolarization and his character issues. 

Check out our latest polling data at johnzogbystrategies.com and click on Trends.

 


New Zogby Strategies Poll - An Intense Collapse of Trump Support - 07.30.25

Is Gaza Israel's Vietnam? - 08.08.25

In this episode of the Real Polling In Real Time With Zogby, get into the uncertainties surrounding the upcoming summit between President Trump and Vladimir Putin with the president's weakened political standing, low approval ratings, and domestic controversies, including the federalization of Washington DC police. 

We'll discuss the geopolitical implications of the Russia-Ukraine war and the larger context of U.S. foreign policy among intense hyperpolarization in U.S. politics and the potential impact on upcoming midterm elections. 

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Can The President  Dig Himself Out of Hole In Alaska_ - 08.15.25

Being that we're both students of history, we're going to leave the numbers aside today and talk about the parallels between today's political climate and what daily life was like in 1939. It was the beginning of World War II. There is a similar sense of foreboding and worry. 

So today lets look at the current geopolitical conditions and their historical parallels with 1939 including rising power, nationalism and anxiety.

Is This 1939 Again? - 08.22.25

It’s the Friday of Labor Day weekend and today on the podcast let’s update our listeners on the notion of age cohorts and what’s germinating and developing. 

When we talk about age cohorts - we’re talking about people and the values and characters they develop because of the historical period of which they live. So today let’s talk about the differences of generations and how the times shape their views and actions.

Thanks for tuning in - make sure you’re subscribed wherever you get your podcasts, and we’ll see you next week.


08.29.25 - Ok Boomer, Ok Millennial

Today we have new numbers to share of over 1,00 likely voters tracking their thoughts on the President’s approval and several major issues. Trump's approval rating has improved slightly after a dip due to the Epstein story. We’ll analyze the latest data around the top concerns for voters, including inflation, healthcare, immigration, and crime, and which party voters think is better equipped to handle these issues. 

We’ll also touch on the Democrats' struggle to define their agenda and appeal to key voting groups, with debate on whether their focus on scandals like Epstein helps or hinders their position. 

Check out our latest data on our Trends page at https://johnzogbystrategies.com and make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

09.03.25 - Has The President Bounced Back? New Zogby Strategies Poll

Today on the podcast, we do need to address the terrible tragedy this week with the assassination of Charlie Kirk, as well as the continuing epidemic of shootings around the country. Many things are lost here. 

Our main topic today is that we have some new polling data on Independents - who they are and what it could mean in 2026. We asked them about both major parties’ strengths and weaknesses and their feedback is not good news for either party.

Finally - we’ll talk about our current climate and the need and opportunity to re-humanize politics. If one or both parties fail to seize that opportunity it is at everyone’s peril.

Thanks for tuning in - we’ll see you next week.

Are Both Political Parties at a Tipping Point? -  09.12.25

Today on the podcast let’s discuss the misunderstood nature of freedom of speech in the United States. Between the  concerning interventions by the Federal Communications Commission, political overreach, and the cultural impact of media on both sides of the political spectrum, how is this contributing to our political tribalism? 

We’ll also look to history to see how speech and media played a role in events leading up to the Rwandan genocide. 

How can we bring back the importance of recognizing the inherent goodness in most people and finding common ground in an increasingly divided society?

Thanks for tuning in - we’ll see you next week.


What Is Freedom of Speech? - 09.19.25

In this episode of Real Polling in Real Time with Zogby, we’ll engage in a critical discussion about the current state of global leadership and the unfolding of a massive political revolution. We’ll examine the behavior of past and current political figures, particularly President Trump's actions and rhetoric, and the broader implications of hyperpolarization. 

Our conversation explores economic disparities, the failure of global leadership, and the potential for a political upheaval reminiscent of historical revolutions. 

 Are our institutions capable of reigning in what new and faster and more dynamic technologies are going to bring? 

Thanks for tuning in and we’ll see you next week.

The Zogby Report | 08.11.23 - 2024: Labels or No Labels?

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