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Title: USATODAY POLL: MCCAIN TAKES 10-POINT LEAD OVER OBAMA IN LIKELY VOTERS...
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USA Today
URL Source: http://www.usatoday.com/news/politi ... tion2008/2008-09-07-poll_N.htm
Published: Sep 7, 2008
Author: USATODAY POLL: MCCAIN TAKES 10-POINT LEA
Post Date: 2008-09-07 22:13:37 by Old Friend
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Views: 1030
Comments: 42
WASHINGTON — The Republican National Convention has given John McCain and his party a significant boost, a USA TODAY/Gallup Poll taken over the weekend shows, as running mate Sarah Palin helps close an "enthusiasm gap" that has dogged the GOP all year. McCain leads Democrat Barack Obama by 50%-46% among registered voters, the Republican's biggest advantage since January and a turnaround from the USA TODAY poll taken just before the convention opened in St. Paul. Then, he lagged by 7 percentage points. The convention bounce has helped not only McCain but also attitudes toward Republican congressional candidates and the GOP in general. "The Republicans had a very successful convention and, at least initially, the selection of Sarah Palin has made a big difference," says political scientist Larry Sabato of the University of Virginia. "He's in a far better position than his people imagined he would be in at this point." However, in an analysis of the impact of political conventions since 1960, Sabato concluded that post-convention polls signal the election's outcome only about half the time. "You could flip a coin and be about as predictive," he says. "It is really surprising how quickly convention memories fade." FIND MORE STORIES IN: George W Bush | Barack Obama | John McCain | Republican National Convention | University of Virginia | Joe Biden | Sarah Palin | Larry Sabato McCain has narrowed Obama's wide advantage on handling the economy, by far the electorate's top issue. Before the GOP convention, Obama was favored by 19 points; now he's favored by 3. The Republican's ties to President Bush remains a vulnerability. In the poll, 63% say they are concerned he would pursue policies too similar to those of the current president. Bush's approval rating is 33%. In the new poll, taken Friday through Sunday, McCain leads Obama by 54%-44% among those seen as most likely to vote. The survey of 1,022 adults, including 959 registered voters, has a margin of error of +/— 3 points for both samples. Among the findings: • Before the convention, Republicans by 47%-39% were less enthusiastic than usual about voting. Now, they are more enthusiastic by 60%-24%, a sweeping change that narrows a key Democratic advantage. Democrats report being more enthusiastic by 67%-19%. • Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, a national unknown before McCain chose her for the ticket 10 days ago, draws a strong reaction from voters on both sides. Now, 29% say she makes them more likely to vote for McCain, 21% less likely. Obama's choice of Delaware Sen. Joe Biden as running mate made 14% more likely to vote for the Democrat, 7% less likely. • McCain's acceptance speech Thursday received lower ratings than the one Obama gave a week earlier: 15% called McCain's speech "excellent" compared with 35% for Obama.
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#3. To: Old Friend (#0)
Suuure he does. USAToday...telling the sheeple what to think for the past 26 years.
McCain is going to win. Also remember that lots of people, democrats included don't like blacks.
MCCAIN WINS ONLY BECAUSE THE GLOBALISTS OWN AND CONTROL EVERYTHING.
Dont say that. I wont be able to sleep tonite. Tell me the election has been canceled and we will start over again, anything.
Can you hop over to LP and channel up Palo? Ask if she'll consult with Chief Joseph so we can put this election suspense to bed.
Wrong tribe.
Move on, Lynda Carter! LOL. We have a real Super Woman to deal with everything now!! Sheesh.........has she walked on water yet?
That's a pretty big convention bounce. Barring some major goof up on McCain's part this looks like a very close race.
God is always good!
You may be correct. Have you seen this video? I think that the election fraud (if true) already happened to put McCain where he is. I think that between the two major candidates we have left. The people would choose McCain without having to cheat. Because of several things. Obama muslim rumors. Obama inexperienced and history vague. On the plus side because Palin relates to ordinary people.
My prediction is based on political observations. I am not a seer and could very well be wrong.
Have you seen the video in post 11. Very damning.
Scrap the bottom of the barrel for an opinion...There's no way in hell Diebold could pull off this miracle of numbers with an instant revolt...McCain's only advantage is that very few will show up to vote at all... You don't seem to be very perceptive...so I'll challenge to you to a wager perhaps?
I don't know if she is super woman or not. Maybe wonder woman...Just kidding. Like it or not Palin relates with ordinary women and men too. I have talked to several people as I am out and about. Everyone likes her.
Palin is a snake.
You don't seem to be very perceptive...so I'll challenge to you to a wager perhaps? Could you rephrase that please. I'm not sure if I understand you.
No she is a human being. Whose record seems to show that she cares about people. You on the other hand are an Obama supporter imo.
She's a snake.
Touche!
Why should I believe what you say. You are just biassed against people of faith. At least that is the impression I get from you.
Did you see the video above I posted?
Oh really? Where are the numbers supporting McCain?..I mean actual human beings putting money up to support the campaign. What's not to understand? But, then of course, I could be a complete idiot.
Scrap the bottom of the barrel for an opinion..????? then this There's no way in hell Diebold could pull off this miracle of numbers with an instant revolt...
...and I suppose you have actual $$ figures from individual GOP folks to back this up? If so, the GOP would love to get your donor list.
Did you mean to say WITHOUT?
yes
That is why it wasn't making sense. Got ya.
I don't think there will be any revolt though. We are a nation of sheep.
A Perpetual-War-In-The-Name-Of-God Certified Israel Ass Kissing snake.
AIPAC/PNAC/ADL/NAACP/FEDERAL RESERVE/SPLC/JINSA/ACLU/CHRISTIAN ZIONISTS/AEI/FEDERAL MEDIA & HOLLYWOOD: Oh, those Islamofascists.
You forgot book-banning.
Not instant...but the Kosher King Davids are very worried about the internet...seems the goyim are making a joke of hasbara on a very personal level. This Jew World Order has its last chance to go viral or a pogrom will be global for the first time in 5000 years of deception success.
Quit lying. It is unbecoming. Citizens have a right to object to tax payers funding queer books in libraries. No one wanted to burn any books. No books were banned even. Get a grip on reality.
Wonder woman? Nah........Super Woman---at least on par with Super Man, doncha think? She's only been known for something like 10 days to the lower 48, and has had people drinking kool-aid for days now....."Wonder" couldn't have done that, surely. No.....most likely it is a Super Woman. :) I like the gal a lot, but still am not voting for her because of the Pow HATER sitting on the top of the ticket. If I bother to vote, it will be a write in for Ron Paul.
I understand that. But if Obama is elected and two years down the line you read that McCain died of natural causes. Will you take a pause and think of what could have been. I'm not sure about Palin. But from what I've seen so far I like most of it. She seems genuine.
Nope........won't second guess a thing. I'm done with voting for the lesser of two evils.......just hold the nose and pick one of the bastards 'they' present to us as someone with the principles and values I relish. The "they" don't give a shit about me or any other 'merikan citizen.
Only fools would vote for McStupid.
People on here can bicker as to who has accurately predicted the outcome. The main point was made above. Law Enforcement Against Prohibition "Corporation: An entity created for the legal protection of its human parasites, whose sole purpose is profit and self-perpetuation." © IndieTx Then what kid of fool must someone be to vote for OmabaHussein?
Law Enforcement Against Prohibition "Corporation: An entity created for the legal protection of its human parasites, whose sole purpose is profit and self-perpetuation." © IndieTx The ticket they're cramming down the throats of the uhmerkins. MSM is on board. Nothing but McWar and Vapid, and Ike, 24/7.
Death and taxes coming down the home stretch.
#4. To: angle (#3)
#5. To: Old Friend (#4)
lots of people, democrats included don't like blacks
#6. To: Old Friend (#4)
McCain is going to win.
#7. To: Old Friend (#2)
I think McCain will go on to win.
#8. To: Jethro Tull (#7)
#9. To: Old Friend (#0)
The convention bounce has helped not only McCain but also attitudes toward Republican congressional candidates and the GOP in general.
#10. To: Old Friend (#0)
#11. To: angle (#5)
MCCAIN WINS ONLY BECAUSE THE GLOBALISTS OWN AND CONTROL EVERYTHING.
#12. To: Jethro Tull (#7)
Can you hop over to LP and channel up Palo?
#13. To: Cynicom (#6)
#14. To: Old Friend (#4)
McCain is going to win. Also remember that lots of people, democrats included don't like blacks.
"Yes, but is this good for Jews?"
#15. To: rowdee (#9)
We have a real Super Woman to deal with everything now!!
#16. To: Old Friend (#11)
#17. To: Eoghan (#14)
Scrap the bottom of the barrel for an opinion...There's no way in hell Diebold could pull off this miracle of numbers with an instant revolt...McCain's only advantage is that very few will show up to vote at all...
#18. To: angle (#16)
Palin is a snake.
#19. To: Old Friend (#18)
#20. To: buckeye (#8)
Wrong tribe.
#21. To: angle (#19)
She's a snake.
#22. To: angle (#19)
#23. To: Old Friend (#17)
(Edited)
Could you rephrase that please. I'm not sure if I understand you.
"Yes, but is this good for Jews?"
#24. To: Eoghan (#23)
#25. To: Old Friend (#24)
There's no way in hell Diebold could pull off this miracle of numbers with an instant revolt...
"Yes, but is this good for Jews?"
#26. To: Eoghan (#25)
#27. To: Old Friend (#26)
Did you mean to say WITHOUT?
"Yes, but is this good for Jews?"
#28. To: Eoghan (#27)
#29. To: Eoghan (#27)
#30. To: angle (#16)
Palin is a snake.
#31. To: wbales (#30)
#32. To: Old Friend (#29)
I don't think there will be any revolt though. We are a nation of sheep.
"Yes, but is this good for Jews?"
#33. To: angle (#31)
You forgot book-banning.
#34. To: Old Friend (#15)
#35. To: rowdee (#34)
I like the gal a lot, but still am not voting for her because of the Pow HATER sitting on the top of the ticket. If I bother to vote, it will be a write in for Ron Paul.
#36. To: rowdee (#34)
#37. To: Old Friend (#35)
#38. To: Old Friend, Rowdee (#35)
I'm not sure about Palin. But from what I've seen so far I like most of it. She seems genuine.
#39. To: Old Friend (#2)
I'll probably vote Baldwin but in the back of my mind I will want Obama defeated.
That will be the ONLY thing I am thinking on election day, now, to make the vote with the largest impact against Omaba Hussein.
"There is no 'legitimate' Corporation by virtue of it's very legal definition and purpose."
-- IndieTx
#40. To: TwentyTwelve (#38)
Only fools would vote for McStupid.
"There is no 'legitimate' Corporation by virtue of it's very legal definition and purpose."
-- IndieTx
#41. To: TwentyTwelve (#38)
McStupid and Vapid
#42. To: angle (#41)
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