Americans want a third party but won't support it, poll suggests

The Brief

A majority of Americans think a third party candidate is needed, in part because of their unfavorable view of Republicans and Democrats, according to a Gallup poll.

Over 50% of respondents worry about wasting their vote on a third-party candidate because they believe they may not win in an election.

Younger Americans expressed little concern about the outcome of voting for a third party candidate.

Americans believe that a third party candidate is needed, but don’t feel strongly committed to voting for one in an election.

Approximately 55% of respondents say they are least "somewhat likely" to vote for third party candidates, only 15% say they are "very likely" to do so, according to a new Gallup poll .

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