A Cygnal poll shows a sharp split inside the Left over ICE. It asked liberals how far they would go when protests fail. Many said the quiet part out loud.

According to the poll, 42% of liberals overall support more than peaceful protest against ICE. Among liberals under 30, that number jumps to 60%.

The poll also measured Democrats by age. For Democrats ages 18 to 44, breaking the law to oppose ICE is a +15 issue. For Democrats 45 and older, it is a -42 issue.

The survey captured the country’s mood on political tone. Most voters want less anger. They also think conflict will get worse.

“An overwhelming 76% of general voters agreed that ‘politics has gotten more confrontational, and they wish it could return to being more civil.’” — the poll found.

Fifty-seven percent say political conflict and violence will continue to escalate. Voters under 30 are more likely to accept the current tone.

Voters under 30 are three times more likely “to accept the current tone and style of politics today as necessary or preferable,” the survey reports, “34% versus 12%.”

The poll was conducted over two days in early October. It surveyed 1,500 likely general election voters.

Top issues also shifted since spring. “Threats to democracy” rose to 21%, up from 17% in April. “Inflation and the economy” fell from 35% to 17%.

Illegal immigration and border security remain top issues. Health care ranks high as well, the survey notes.

Voters also revealed where they get news. The sources differ by party and age. That split helps explain the rising divide.

“For Democrat voters, the main source is national TV at 45%.” — the poll reports.

“GOP voters favor cable at 44%.” — the survey found.

YouTube dominates for younger voters. Among voters under 30, YouTube is the top source. It is favored by 52% of Republicans and 51% of independents in that age group.

Among Democrats under 30, YouTube is lower at 35%. That gap shows why messages land differently by audience.

The survey tracked favorability of major figures. Both parties saw slight dips. The numbers show tightening margins and hardened views.

“Cygnal has President Trump currently at 54% unfavorable and RFK Jr. at 52%.” — the poll reports.

Support for Kennedy’s health push remains strong despite that. “Support for the MAHA movement… remains very strong at 74%.” — the survey found.

On the Democrat side, the leaders’ numbers are underwater or soft. Senate leadership faces trust issues outside their base.

“Chuck Schumer is at 51% unfavorable,” the poll notes. “Hakeem Jeffries fares better at only 38% unfavorable, but with 15% having no opinion.”

The ICE question stands out for its clarity. It shows a moral and tactical divide. Older Democrats reject escalation. Younger liberals endorse it.

Many respondents endorsed going “beyond peaceful protest” if ICE continues enforcement. Some even accepted “breaking the law.”

The poll’s broader finding is simple. Americans want order, not chaos. They want debate, not street fights.

“An overwhelming 76% of general voters agreed that ‘politics has gotten more confrontational, and they wish it could return to being more civil.’” — the poll reaffirmed.

That preference cuts across party lines. It also points to an opening. A law-and-order message resonates beyond the base.

The ICE split will test Democrat leaders. Do they follow younger activists or reassure moderates? The numbers say they can’t do both.

For conservatives, the lesson is direct. Stand with law enforcement. Offer calm strength. Voters are watching who protects stability.