Notre Dame Students Favor Trump Over Harris in 2024 Poll
- A poll of 705 Notre Dame students shows 47.6% support Trump and 45.9% support Harris for the 2024 election.
- The poll indicates a significant shift from the 2020 election, where Trump had only 29% support among students.
- The findings suggest a growing trend of conservative support among Notre Dame students, particularly on issues like abortion.
A recent poll conducted at the University of Notre Dame from September 15-18 revealed that 47.6% of students favor Donald Trump for the 2024 Presidential Election, while 45.9% support Kamala Harris. This marks a significant shift in student political preferences, as it is the first time in 12 years that a Republican candidate has garnered more support among the student body. In comparison, Trump received only 29% of the vote in the 2020 poll, while President Biden had the backing of 66% of students at that time. The poll also highlighted a notable disapproval of the current administration, with 65% of students expressing dissatisfaction with President Biden's performance. Among Catholic students, 53% favored Trump, indicating a strong alignment with conservative values, particularly on issues like the economy and abortion. The economy was identified as the most critical issue for 28% of respondents, followed closely by abortion at 26%. Interestingly, a significant portion of students concerned about abortion, 69%, preferred Trump, including 53% of women in that demographic. This trend reflects the pro-life stance prevalent among many students at the Catholic university, as articulated by former student leaders. Professor David Campbell emphasized the divided nature of the student body, urging students to engage in political discourse respectfully. The poll's findings suggest a potential shift in the political landscape at Notre Dame, with students increasingly leaning towards conservative policies and candidates as the election approaches.