New poll finds Black women voters are approaching the midterms with Obama-era enthusiasm, but a different motivation

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 29: A woman in the audience holds a sign that reads "Our Voice Our Vote" as U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris introduces U.S. President Joe Biden during a campaign rally at Girard College on May 29, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Biden and Harris are using today's rally to launch a nationwide campaign to court black voters, a group that has traditionally come out in favor of Biden, but their support is projected lower than it was in 2020. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
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Pollster Cornell Belcher says the energy resembles the Obama era, but today’s motivation is driven by urgency rather than optimism.

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A new national poll of Black women is providing insights into their sentiments about the country’s direction under President Donald Trump, and reveals that while they are deeply dissatisfied, they remain determined to defend and protect their families and communities this election cycle.

The Highland Project, in partnership with brilliant corners Research & Strategies, unveiled the new data, dubbed “The Fulfillment Gap.” The survey, conducted between Aug. 30 and Sept.10, polled 700 African-American women, just a few weeks ahead of the midterms. The findings revealed that 77% of Black women voters say they are motivated to participate in the Nov. 3 election.

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