polls

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The polls were seen by many as a key test for Sir Keir's leadership.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

However, he is less popular with the unions and party members and is unlikely to prevail in a contest against Starmer or Burnham, polls show.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra has ascended and she remained stagnant in polls following Swalwell’s exit, Porter has increasingly sought to redeem her image.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

The biggest move since Swalwell’s exit from the race, though, has been a leap in the polls from former congressman, California attorney general, and Biden Cabinet member Xavier Becerra.

From Slate • May 9, 2026

Although the polls showed the ANC with a healthy margin, we never took victory for granted.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela