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By: NewsRamp Editorial Staff
October 29, 2026
ECU Poll: Graham Leads Andrews by 4 Points in SC Senate Race
TLDR
- Graham's 51-47 lead gives Republicans a strategic edge, as her 93% party support offsets Andrews' independent advantage.
- The ECU Poll surveyed likely voters October 19-24, showing Graham at 51% and Andrews at 47% with a ±3.7-point credibility interval.
- The ECU Poll highlights voter priorities, with 54% citing the economy and cost of living, informing a more responsive democracy.
- Interestingly, Andrews leads among independents 53% to 43%, but Graham's dominant Republican support secures her overall lead.
Impact - Why it Matters
This poll offers a crucial snapshot of a competitive Senate race that could determine party control of the U.S. Senate. With the economy and cost of living dominating voter concerns, the candidates’ positions on these issues will be pivotal. The findings also highlight the importance of independent voters and party loyalty in a polarized electorate. As the election approaches, this poll provides valuable insights for voters, strategists, and policymakers about the mood of South Carolina’s electorate and the key factors driving their choices.
Summary
The latest ECU Poll of South Carolina’s U.S. Senate race, conducted October 19–24 by the Center for Survey Research at East Carolina University, shows former Republican Senator Darline Graham leading Democratic challenger Annie Andrews by four percentage points among likely voters, 51% to 47%. Another 2% support an independent, minor-party, or write-in candidate. The poll has a credibility interval of ±3.7 percentage points, comparable to a margin of error. The click here link provides access to the full announcement, including downloadable images, bios, and more.
Key takeaways from the poll include that the economy, including the cost of living, is the top issue for 54% of likely voters, while border security and immigration ranks second at 14%. Andrews is ahead among independents, 53% to 43%; however, Graham’s 93% to 6% advantage among Republicans is large enough for her to hold a slight lead in the race overall. The Center for Survey Research at East Carolina University conducts nonpartisan public opinion polling on elections, politics, and public policy issues in North Carolina and across the nation. For further information, contacts are Peter Francia and Jonathan Morris. The source is the ECU Center for Survey Research, and the release is distributed by Reportable, Inc.
Source Statement
This curated news summary relied on content distributed by Reportable. Read the original source here, ECU Poll: Graham Leads Andrews by 4 Points in SC Senate Race
