August 12, 2019: Other things being equal, 28% of voters nationwide would prefer a presidential candidate whose main policy positions are in the political mainstream. However, a ScottRasmussen.com national survey found that a larger number—43%—would prefer someone whose views are out of the mainstream. Twenty-eight percent (28%) are not sure.^[1]

Thirty-six percent (36%) of Democrats prefer a candidate with mainstream political views. So do 26% of Republicans and 23% of independents.

Voters aged 35-64 are less interested in a mainstream candidate than younger voters or senior citizens.

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