Vanderbilt Poll finds majority of polled voters believe ‘American democracy is under attack,’ regardless of party [Video]

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The results of Vanderbilt University’s semiannual poll of voters were released on Wednesday, covering its Spring 2024 period.

The poll was conducted by the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions and included 1,003 registered voters across Tennessee. It conducts the poll at least twice a year — right before the start of the legislative session and after it ends. The center said it is conducted through telephone interviews.

The center also said it weighs statistical results to accurately represent different demographics across the state. The poll’s Board of Advisors also evaluates the poll before it is given to voters. The board includes attorneys, CEOs, a political strategist, a former Nashville mayor and more.

The poll separates voters by “Non-MAGA Republicans,” MAGA Republicans,” “Democrats/Leaning Democrat” and “Independents.”

Candidates and Priorities

It found that non-MAGA Republicans mostly prioritized the economy and …