Candidate for New J's 9th District
Ruth Magnusson
45%favorable−0.6 this week down this week
Approval, last 60 days
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Base rating45%
News0.0
Desk nudges0.0
Economy0.0
Daily mood0.0
Today45%
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What moved it
Effect when it ran → what is left todayNothing in the news is moving Ruth Magnusson's rating right now — it rests at the base of 45% plus the day's mood.
About
CandidateThe Democratic nominee for New J's 9th District on November 3, 2026, against Kendra Bergeron; the seat is open.
On the ballot
November 3, 2026House · New J 9thOpen seat
Ruth MagnussonD70%
Kendra BergeronR30%
D+4.8Lean D