Poll Reveals Declining American Pride Among Democrats

With the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States approaching, Gallup recently conducted a public opinion poll. The findings suggest that a diminishing number of Democrats express being “very proud” to be American.

In examining pride across various demographics, the poll indicates that overall pride has dropped to a 25-year low. This is quite striking.

The Democratic Party, it seems, is grappling with a growing issue of patriotism.

Pride in the country was at its highest in 2002, particularly following the 9/11 attacks, when 69% claimed to be “very proud” to be American. Fast forward to 2026, and these numbers have significantly decreased to just 33% for overall pride and 20% for those feeling “very proud.”

Interestingly, 2017 marked the last instance where more than half of participants identified as “very proud.”

When comparing party lines, Republicans typically show more patriotic feelings. However, since Donald Trump’s rise in politics, this divide has only intensified.

In 2016, 68% of Republicans reported being “very proud,” versus 45% of Democrats. Currently, Republican pride has dipped slightly to 70%, while Democratic pride has hit an all-time low of 14%. In total, 93% of Republicans and 27% of Democrats identified as either “very” or “extremely” proud.

The rise of far-left candidates known for anti-American sentiments in Democratic primaries highlights that the Democratic Party’s patriotism problem is worsening.

Looking at the past year, “extreme” pride has decreased across all age groups, races, and educational backgrounds. Women experienced the largest decline, dropping 13 points from 39% to 26%. Younger individuals aged 18-34 also saw a notable reduction—10 points down to 14%—while those aged 35-54 fell by 12 points to 30%.

Among 18- to 34-year-olds, a significant 21% said they felt “not at all” proud, with an additional 24% feeling “somewhat” proud. This suggests that Gen Z, in particular, doesn’t resonate with patriotism as much as older generations. It’s an interesting trend that could influence future interactions with the country.

Similarly, pride among people of color and non-college graduates has dropped by 10 points since 2025. Meanwhile, demographics like men over 55, non-Hispanic whites, and those without college degrees continue to lead in their respective groups.