
In the final Des Moines Register poll, conducted ahead of the Iowa caucuses, it was revealed that Nikki Haley is gaining strong support among voters with a college degree. The poll showed that 27% of respondents with a college degree indicated their support for Haley, just slightly behind Donald Trump who received 34% of support from this demographic. This statistic highlights Haley's appeal to a segment of Republican voters who may desire a candidate that presents a more traditional pre-Trump era Republican approach.
Haley's candidacy seems to resonate with those who are less hostile towards corporate America and are seeking a candidate that prioritizes tax cuts and economic policies without the baggage associated with Trump. However, it remains to be seen whether there are enough Republicans left who are willing to nominate a candidate like Haley in the current political climate.