Democrats Hold 9-Point Lead On Generic Ballot With Strong Support Among Independents: Polls

Source: International Business Times

With the midterm elections approaching, Democrats appear to have an advantage. John Moore/Getty Images Democrats continue to enjoy a healthy lead on the generic congressional ballot as the midterm elections approach, according to recent polls. Likely voters favor Democrats over Republicans by 9-points, 52 percent to 43 percent, NBC News noted based on its own polling average.