Minneapolis-St. Paul Poll Suggests Lower Primary Turnout, Shifting Voter Concerns
A KSTP/SurveyUSA poll in Minneapolis-St. Paul indicates lower expected voter turnout for the upcoming primary election compared to the general election in November. The poll also reveals a slight shift in the most important election issues for voters, with inflation…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, July 24, 2026 —
A recent poll conducted in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area suggests that voter turnout is expected to be lower for the upcoming primary election when contrasted with the general election scheduled for November. The survey, a collaboration between KSTP and SurveyUSA, also highlighted shifts in the issues voters deem most important in the current election cycle.
While inflation continues to be a significant concern for a portion of the electorate, its impact on voters’ decision-making appears to have slightly diminished. The poll indicates that other issues are gaining prominence among voters.
Notably, the issue of “fraud” has emerged as a significant concern for voters in the Minneapolis-St. Paul region, according to the poll findings. The exact percentage of voters who cited fraud as a primary concern was not provided in the available information.
The poll did not specify the methodology used for estimating expected voter turnout for the primary versus the general election. Further details regarding the sample size, margin of error, and the specific questions asked to voters about election issues were not immediately available.
The findings suggest a potential difference in voter engagement between primary and general elections, a trend observed in various political cycles. The shift in perceived importance of issues like inflation and fraud could influence campaign strategies and voter priorities as elections approach.
The KSTP/SurveyUSA poll was conducted with the aim of understanding voter sentiment and expectations within the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Specific dates for when the poll was conducted were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Josh Skluzacek on kstp.com, see more information here.
