In a recent Republican primary, exit polls have revealed a breakdown of demographics that shed light on the preferences and characteristics of participants. According to the polls, 54% of males and 46% of females took part in the primary, with 90% of participants being white and the remaining 10% identifying as non-white.
The poll showed that the majority of participants were aged 45 or over, with only 7% falling into the 17-29 age group. Education levels varied among participants, with 44% being college graduates and 56% without a college degree.
Interestingly, 88% of participants had previously voted in a Republican presidential primary, and 62% considered themselves to be Republicans, while 34% identified as Independents or something else. In terms of ideology, 78% considered themselves conservatives, with 39% being very conservative and another 39% somewhat conservative.
Religion also played a significant role in the poll, with 53% identifying as white evangelical or born-again Christian. Additionally, 16% of participants had served in the U.S. military.
When asked about their main concerns, 49% of participants viewed the economy as poor, with immigration being the top issue influencing their vote, followed closely by the economy. The majority of participants (76%) stated that they voted for their chosen candidate, while 22% voted against their opponent.
Looking towards the November election, 63% of participants stated that they would vote for the Republican nominee regardless of who it is. These findings provide valuable insight into the demographics and opinions of Republican primary participants, offering a glimpse into the factors that influenced their voting decisions.
