Polling shows Democrats have edge with independents

MPR News teamed up with the Star Tribune and conducted a poll of Minnesota voters and upcoming elections. The poll found that voters who consider themselves independents were likely to vote for Democratic candidates.

"The advantages the DFL candidates [have to win these elections] come from the Independents," said Kathyrn Pearson, professor at the University of Minnesota.

She joined MPR News host on Wednesday to analyze the poll.

More about the poll results:

Guest: Kathryn Pearson, an associate Professor specializing in American politics.

Use the audio player above to listen to the entire segment.