Emerson College

New polling from Emerson College shows the candidates in Montana’s U.S. Senate race are in a dead heat and the number of undecided voters is shrinking. However, the Republican candidate is gaining ground as the election nears.

Montana Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Tester is walking a fine line as he seeks a fourth term. And this year could determine control of the Senate. Tester’s appeal-to-the-middle brand of politics faces another tough test in increasingly polarized times.

A new poll from Emerson College gives insights into Montana voters’ views of candidates and issues heading into election season. Notably it shows a tight race for the U.S. Senate seat.