Dems Are Underestimating JD Vance For 2028: Liberal Host

Strong Early Polling Numbers for JD Vance

An Emerson College poll released last week put Vance at 46% favorability. That figure topped several well-known Republicans and Democrats. On X, Cillizza pointed to the results as proof of Vance’s broad appeal.

During a YouTube live stream, Cillizza said he feels “pretty bullish” on Vance. He repeated his warning: Democrats ignore Vance’s strength at their own risk.

CNN chief data analyst Harry Enten echoed that view. He highlighted Vance’s 40% lead in early GOP nomination polling. No other contender comes close.

Enten added a key historical note. Since 1980, early frontrunners have won their party’s nomination 63% of the time. Vance’s position fits that pattern.