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The Independent
3 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
AOC viewed positively by more Americans than Trump or Harris, poll finds
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is more well-liked than President Donald Trump, former President Joe Biden, and former Vice President Kamala Harris, according to a new poll. Despite the fact that Ocasio-Cortez can be polarizing even within her own party, she is still more popular than most currently active U.S. politicians, Newsweek reports. Data released on Friday by data intelligence company AtlasIntel found that Ocasio-Cortez ranked third most popular on its survey of political popularity, and she was one of only three leaders with a net positive image. The congresswoman was beat only by former President Barack Obama and his wife, former First Lady Michelle Obama. Ocasio-Cortez had a positivity rating of 46 percent, with 44 percent of respondents saying they have a negative view of her, and another 10 percent saying they were unsure. That left her with a net positivity rating of two points, according to the poll. Barack Oabama was viewed positively by 53 percent of respondents compared to the 43 percent who view him negatively, and Michelle Obama was viewed in a positive light by 49 percent of respondents and negatively by 45 percent. The Obamas may benefit somewhat from the fact that neither of them are in any official leadership role in the government at the moment. Ocasio-Cortez, however, is, an active and vocal member of Congress. Since Trump's re-election and the unique threats of DOGE, Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Bernie Sanders have been touring to "rally against oligarchy." Their events have drawn massive crowds in cities across the country. The poll included responses from 3,469 participants and had a margin of error of plus or minus.2 percentage points with a 95 percent confidence level. The survey that served as the foundation for the results was conducted between May 21, 2025 and May 27, 2025. Ocasio-Cortez has been quiet about her further political aspirations, but has been urged by some supporters to consider a 2028 presidential run. During an interview with Fox News in April, Ocasio-Cortex refused to speculate and said she wanted to focus on current issues. "This moment isn't about campaigns, or elections, or about politics. It's about making sure people are protected, and we've got people that are getting locked up for exercising their First Amendment rights," she said at the time. "We're getting 2-year-olds that are getting deported into cells in Honduras. We're getting people that are about to get kicked off of Medicaid. That, to me, is most important." Monica Crowley, a former Treasury Department official during the first Trump administration, told Fox News in November that GOP politicos would do well to not underestimate Ocasio-Cortez. "Just a word of warning to the Republicans, to my party: Do not underestimate AOC. She's young, she's vibrant, she's attractive," Crowley said.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Inside the moment Kate Middleton was hilariously mistaken for Prince William's ASSISTANT by a care home resident
She may be one of the most popular member of the Royal Family - but not everyone is able to recognise her. In a recent YouGov poll Kate Middleton was ranked the second most popular member of the Royal Family, just behind her husband, Prince William.
Daily Mail
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE The ultimate Melbourne vs Sydney tier list: High society insiders reveal the REAL hierarchy of the rival cities... and who's fallen from the A-list
The eastern suburbs may look like a playground for Sydney 's young, hot and rich. But in reality, the major players in the east are no different to teenagers competing to be the most popular girl in school. They may be older, some even a little wiser, but - according to our society insider - the same rules apply.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
One of Today's Top 10 Baby Names is Straight Out of The 1920s
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Each year in celebration of Mother's Day, the Social Security Administration (SSA) shares a list of the most popular baby names in the United States from the previous year. The agency's list of the most popular baby names of 2024 was just released, and it's a treasure trove of classic monikers that have been appearing on birth certificates for more than a century, as well as charming, old-fashioned names that have made a comeback after topping the list over 100 years ago. For example, the second most popular name for girls, 'Emma', was also the SSA's 13th most popular girl name in 1900, while #8, 'Evelyn,' was a fixture in the top 20 from 1907 to 1930. And a true blast from the past, Marjorie, was in the top five for names that increased most in popularity from 2024. The list of most popular boy names skews even more classic. Number 5 on the list, 'James,' has been within the top 20 names for American boys since 1880, which is as far back as SSA records date. Number 10, 'William,' was a top 10 name from 1900 to 1975, and number 6, 'Henry,' sat in that same group from 1900 to 1910. For the top ten most popular boy and girl baby names of 2024, keep reading! And for the full list, head here. Olivia Emma Amelia Charlotte Mia Sophia Isabella Evelyn Ava Sofia Liam Noah Oliver Theodore James Henry Mateo Elijah Lucas William People turn to the same names year after year for several reasons. Names that have been in use for such a prolonged period feel timeless, and are less likely than trendier names to fall out of fashion. They're also a way to honor loved ones and nod to family history and heritage, with names passed down through generations or rediscovered while tracing family history. Many parents also appreciate the nostalgia of old-fashioned names and the positive associations they carry. Classic names also have international appeal. This year, 'Sophia' and 'Sofia' took two of the top 10 spots, with both spellings originating from the Greek word for 'Wisdom.' An appealing choice for its lovely meaning and its pleasant sound. (According to one study, 'Sophia' is the most harmonious girl's name.) The name is also a multi-cultural choice as variations appear in more than a dozen languages. Looking for more name inspiration? Visit the SSA's website to see the current top 1,000 baby names and top names from years past. You Might Also Like 70 Impressive Tiny Houses That Maximize Function and Style 30+ Paint Colors That Will Instantly Transform Your Kitchen
Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Prince Harry's popularity plunges after BBC interview attacking King Charles -as Meghan's UK favourability rating slumps to record low
Prince Harry's popularity in Britain has dropped to its lowest level in two years after he attacked his father King Charles III in his latest television interview. Only 27 per cent of UK adults now have a positive opinion of the Duke of Sussex and 63 per cent have a negative view, which is his worst score since early 2023. Younger people feel more favourably towards Harry, with 18 to 24-year-olds having a net favourability rating of 0, while it is -67 for those aged 65 or over. The YouGov poll also found the popularity of Harry's wife Meghan Markle has hit a record low with just 20 per cent now having a positive view and 65 per cent negative. The negative view of Meghan has remained unchanged since the previous YouGov survey in February - but the positive view has slipped from 21 per cent. And the public perception of the Duchess of Sussex is now at its worst since YouGov started tracking such data in 2017 – with only Prince Andrew more disliked than her. Meghan is also far less popular than before she stepped down as a senior royal five years ago and moved to the US, with 55 per cent seeing her favourably in 2019. Views of the Duchess also differ significantly by age, given she has a net favourability rating of -2 for 18 to 24-year-olds, while it is -78 for those aged 65 or over. The poll of 2,222 UK adults was carried out from May 6 to 7, which was after Harry's bombshell interview to the BBC on May 2 following his court defeat earlier that day. The Duke, 40, said during an emotional discussion that his 'devastating' loss in a case at the Court of Appeal, which rejected his bid to reinstate his round-the-clock police bodyguard in the UK, meant his family could never return to Britain. Harry called for 'reconciliation' with his family and also claimed that Charles will not speak to him and he does not know 'how much longer my father has'. The Duke described his court defeat as a 'good old-fashioned establishment stitch-up'. But his decision to speak out appears to have worsened the chances of an end to his estrangement, amid suggestions the King and his brother Prince William will fear more than ever that any conversation with Harry would end up in the public domain. The rest of the Royal Family meanwhile put on a united front in London last week to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day in London on Monday as they watched a procession and flypast, followed by a concert on Thursday. Meanwhile it has been a busy few months for the Duchess who launched her Netflix show With Love, Meghan and lifestyle brand As Ever, appeared at a Time100 summit in New York and brought out six episodes of her new podcast Confessions Of A Female Founder. The Netflix show received a string of critical reviews in March but became the tenth most-watched programme on the platform and will return for a second series. Last month Meghan's jam and a collection of herbal teas, flower sprinkles and luxury honey were all snapped up by shoppers minutes after As Ever began taking orders. As for the YouGov poll, Prince William and Kate top the list of favoured royals, with 75 per cent having a positive opinion of the heir to the throne and 72 per cent toward his wife. For King Charles III, 61 per cent have a positive view of the monarch, compared to 29 per cent with an unfavourable view. The latter is a five point drop since February. There are also generational divides on the monarch, with only 43 per cent of 18–24-year-olds having a positive opinion, compared to 77 per cent of the over-65s. Princess Anne was in third place with 69 per cent having a favourable view, and also has the lowest negative rating of any Royal Family member at just 11 per cent. The King is fourth in popularity. Harry is third from last in the table and Meghan second from last - ahead of only the disgraced Andrew, who has a 5 per cent positivity rating and 85 per cent negative view. Last week, a separate YouGov study for The Times found Harry is the second most popular living member of the Royal Family among Americans - behind only William. Some 56 per cent of US adults have a positive view of Harry while 21 per cent a negative opinion. William meanwhile has a 63 per cent positivity rating in America and 10 per cent negative, which puts him in first place among living royals. The most popular royal overall in the US was William and Harry's late mother Princess Diana , who died in 1997, with a 79 per cent positive rating and 4 per cent negative. The late Queen Elizabeth II , who died in 2022, was in second place in America with a 73 per cent positive and 8 per cent negative ranking. William was in third overall and Harry fourth. Harry, who moved to the US with Meghan in 2020 after stepping down as a senior royal, was more popular among Americans than his sister-in-law Kate. The Princess of Wales has a 49 per cent positive rating and 6 per cent negative in the US, while the King's ratings were 48 per cent positive and 27 per cent negative. But William, Harry, Kate and Charles were all more popular than Meghan, the only US citizen on the list, whose ratings were 41 per cent positive and 25 per cent negative. Even less popular than Meghan in America were Princess Anne (38 per cent positive; 6 per cent negative) and Prince Edward (38 per cent positive; 10 per cent negative). Queen Camilla meanwhile was at joint-bottom in the table in the US with a 26 per cent positive and 33 per cent negative rating. This was the same rating on both counts as Andrew, who stepped back from royal duties in 2019. They were also the only two royals on the US list with a net negative polling figure.
