Peggy Flanagan vs. Michele Tafoya—What Final Minnesota Polls Show
Summary
Final polls before Election Day show Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan leading Republican Michele Tafoya in the race for the open U.S. Senate seat. The polls differ on the size of her advantage, ranging from three to seven points in three recent surveys, while a New York Times/Siena poll showed a larger lead.Key Facts
- The seat is open because Democratic Senator Tina Smith is retiring.
- InsiderAdvantage found Flanagan ahead 49% to 46% among likely voters.
- KSTP/SurveyUSA found Flanagan leading 48% to 41%, with 7% undecided.
- Research Co. found Flanagan ahead 52% to 47% among decided voters.
- RealClearPolling's average listed Flanagan at 48.4% and Tafoya at 43%.
- A New York Times/Siena poll found Flanagan leading 54% to 40%.
- Minnesota has not elected a Republican to the U.S. Senate since Norm Coleman won in 2002.
- An October KSTP/SurveyUSA poll found inflation and the cost of living were the top concern for 36% of Minnesota voters.
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