A recent poll has highlighted a troubling trend for former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg. In a surprising comparison, he is now polling lower among black voters than former Ku Klux Klan Grand Wizard David Duke did during his failed 2016 Senate campaign in Louisiana. This statistic, resurfaced online, has drawn significant attention, particularly on X, where users noted the stark contrast in support.
In 2016, Business Insider reported that Duke garnered 14 percent support from black voters in Louisiana. While this figure stems from a state-specific poll, its resurfacing underscores Buttigieg’s ongoing struggle to connect with black voters nationwide. The Yale Youth Poll, released more recently, indicates Buttigieg’s backing among this demographic stands at a mere four percent. This is a striking revelation, especially considering that Duke’s levels of support are more than three times higher than Buttigieg’s today.
The Yale poll included a substantial sample size of 3,426 registered voters, focusing on younger voters aged 18 to 34. The results were weighted to account for demographics, including age, sex, race, education, and party affiliation. Among the black electorate, former Vice President Kamala Harris topped the list with 47 percent support, indicating a solid foundation among key voting segments. California Governor Gavin Newsom and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez followed with 12 and nine percent, respectively, leaving Buttigieg at the back of the pack with just four points.
These figures paint a challenging picture for Buttigieg, especially as he is often mentioned as a potential contender for the 2028 presidential election. The data presents a clear hierarchy among Democratic candidates, demonstrating that Buttigieg is trailing significantly behind his peers.
In the broader context of the Yale poll, Newsom led overall with 25 percent support, followed by Harris at 18 percent and Ocasio-Cortez at 16 percent. Buttigieg’s position of four percent puts him far from the double-digit figures that signify stronger viability in a competitive political landscape.
The implications of this polling data are significant. Buttigieg’s inability to resonate with key voter demographics raises serious questions about his prospective candidacy. As highlighted by the resurfacing of Duke’s polling numbers, the scrutiny on Buttigieg’s support among black voters will likely continue, offering a poignant reminder of the challenges he faces in the evolving electoral landscape leading up to 2028.
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