Bill O'Reilly Reacts to New York Poll on Governor Hochul and State Issues

Sienna College Poll Findings

• 📊 A recent poll by Sienna College surveyed 805 New York State registered voters regarding Governor Kathy Hochul.
• 📉 The poll indicates that only 36% of voters would reelect Governor Hochul if she runs for reelection in 2026, with 55% wanting someone else.
• 🏛️ In a hypothetical matchup, Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik received 35% against Hochul, considered a strong showing given the state's Republican registration.

Governor Hochul's Job Approval

• ⚠️ 50% of respondents approve of Governor Hochul's job performance, while 46% disapprove.
• ❓ O'Reilly expresses disbelief at the approval numbers, citing horrendous capital flight, affluent individuals and businesses leaving, high rents, the highest taxes in the nation, and frightening crime rates.

New York State's Direction and Voter Motivations

• 📈 New York State is seen as on the wrong track by 46% of voters, compared to 43% who believe it's on the right track.
• 💰 O'Reilly suggests that many Democratic voters are motivated by entitlements and government spending (child care, health, pensions), which he characterizes as "buying votes."
• 🗣️ He questions whether voters are willing to sacrifice quality of life for these benefits, calling it "selfish."

Political Commentary

• 🧠 O'Reilly criticizes both Democrats and Republicans as often being "pinheads" who follow blindly, lacking independent thought.
• 🚩 He asserts that the left wing of the Democratic party is doing significant damage to the country, not just New York State.