DCCC Polling Shows Goroff With Edge in NY01 Race
Goroff Added to Battle-Tested Red to Blue Program as Democrats Expand Map Across the Country
Today, DCCC Chairwoman Cheri Bustos announced that the DCCC added Nancy Goroff to the battle-tested Red to Blue program. Goroff has earned a spot on the DCCC’s Red to Blue program by surpassing aggressive goals for grassroots engagement, local support, campaign organization, and fundraising.
Beyond their records of service and demonstrated ability to build a winning campaign infrastructure, these candidates have an authentic message that connects with voters in their districts, and deep ties to the diverse communities they aim to serve.
Nationally, only 33 candidates have been named to the list this cycle.
“The economic and health crisis gripping our country, coupled with a total lack of direction and failed leadership from the Trump Administration, means everyday Americans are turning to folks with the grit and know-how it takes to navigate these uncertain times. Nancy Goroff is just the leader Long Island families are looking for,” said DCCC Chairwoman Cheri Bustos. “Nancy Goroff is a scientist, an educator, and a mom who will bring fact-based solutions to the table to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing Suffolk County families.”
Fresh DCCC polling released in New York Playbook shows scientist Nancy Goroff leading Lee Zeldin by 2 points (48-46), with Vice President Biden leading President Trump by 6 points (51-45). Notably, the poll shows Biden above 50% in a district President Trump won by 12 points in 2016.
In a sign that voters have soured on Trump, 56% of respondents disapprove of the president’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Cook Political Report recently shifted the race in Democrats’ favor, a sign of the growing strength of Goroff’s campaign.
A majority suburban district, New York’s 1st district is a true swing district that voted for Barack Obama twice, and then for Senator Gillibrand and Schumer in 2018 and 2016. This cycle, Democrats are within striking distance of flipping this seat.
About Red to Blue:
Red to Blue is a highly competitive and battle-tested DCCC program that arms top-tier candidates with organizational and fundraising support to help them continue to develop strong campaigns. Additionally, through Red to Blue the DCCC provides strategic guidance, staff resources, candidate trainings and more.
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