New Hampshire Poll Suggests AOC as Top Contender for 2028 Democratic Nomination A new poll from the University of New Hampshire has sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party, with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez emerging as a top contender for the 2028 presidential nomination. The Granite State Poll found that the 33-year-old congresswoman from New York has gained significant traction among Granite State voters, securing 22 percent of the backing from respondents. Her strong showing has put her in a tight race with former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, who trails closely behind with 21 percent support. The poll's findings highlight Ocasio-Cortez's growing national profile and her potential appeal to a younger, progressive demographic, potentially reshaping the 2028 Democratic primary landscape.


Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) is leading a field of possible candidates for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination in New Hampshire, according to a new poll. In the Granite State Poll from the University of New Hampshire, Ocasio-Cortez garnered 22 percent backing from respondents, with former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg behind her at 21 percent and...