Siena College Research Institute

Gov. Kathy Hochul’s lead over potential opponent Rep. Elise Stefanik has narrowed to14 percent. Almost half those surveyed are unfamiliar with Stefanik.

New Siena College Research poll found Hochul has a sizeable lead over candidate pool for NY Governor, but it also found voters are willing to choose someone else if given a better option.

A recent survey by the Siena College Research Institute highlights the profound effects of COVID-19 on New Yorkers, including financial hardships and loss, while also revealing positive changes in personal relationships.

Nearly 80% of New Yorkers are optimistic about the future, though 90% worry about politics and global issues, according to a June Siena College poll.

Gov. Hochul has made the issue a top priority.

Governor Kathy Hochul has her highest numbers in nearly a year, while President Joe Biden’s popularity and performance ranking falls to a new low in blue New York.

The Siena College poll finds that President Joe Biden’s approval ratings have reached historic lows in blue New York, but that he still narrowly leads former President Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential race.

Siena College pollster Steve Greenberg says 80% of voters believe that the cost of living is a problem, which includes the cost of groceries, gas , and rent or a mortgage.

The Siena College poll finds that 82 percent of New Yorkers are concerned about the state’s migrant crisis, which they view as a “serious” problem.

A new Siena College poll shows Gov. Kathy Hochul’s popularity with New Yorkers is on a steady downward trend. And for the first time, more voters view her unfavorably than those who view her positively.