Enormous..A new poll has found Premier Scott Moe’s Saskatchewan Party with a massive lead over the NDP as a provincial election looms..A study from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds residents leaning heavily toward the Saskatchewan Party, which holds a considerable 27-point vote intention advantage over the opposition NDP..“Saskatchewan residents appear to be offering the incumbent government confidence and a new mandate based on both approval of Premier Scott Moe, whose personal appeal nearly doubles that of NDP leader Ryan Meili, 56 per cent to 31 per cent, as well as confidence in key economic issues,” the poll found..“The Saskatchewan Party is chosen as best by an overwhelming margin among those who prioritize economic growth, resources, and taxation issues.”. POLL: Many Albertans say they will ignore Christmas COVID lockdown .The poll found half of residents say they would like to see a third alternative, finding a middle ground between the incumbent party and the opposition. Seven-in-ten (69%) NDP voters feel this way. Two-thirds (64%) say the province needs a stronger opposition.. Screen-Shot-2020-10-15-at-10.24.00-AMAngus Reid poll .The COVID-19 pandemic also has voters worried, the poll found with 43 per cent concerned about the virus..Voters prefer the NDP when it comes to health..“The NDP is chosen as best to lead on healthcare by a small margin, 44 per cent to 39 per cent over the Saskatchewan Party. The party is also chosen as best to lead on COVID-19 response by those that prioritize the issue.”.Saskatchewan voters go to the polls Oct. 26..Dave Naylor is the News Editor of the Western Standard.dnaylor@westernstandardonline.com.TWITTER: Twitter.com/nobby7694
