Poll shows former Governor Cooper ahead of Whatley by 11 points in NC race
An AARP poll indicates former Governor Roy Cooper leads former RNC chair Michael Whatley by 11 percentage points among likely voters in North Carolina.
The latest AARP survey released Monday finds that 53% of likely North Carolina voters would probably or definitely vote for Roy Cooper, while 42% favor Michael Whatley. The margin between the two former office-holders stands at 11 points. An additional 5% of respondents are undecided and 1% would choose another candidate. The poll reflects a challenging outlook for Republicans in the upcoming midterms.
Why it matters
The poll highlights a sizable lead for a Democratic candidate in a key battleground state, signaling potential challenges for Republicans in the midterms.
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