Flashermac Posted September 22, 2011 Report Share Posted September 22, 2011 More Voters Considering Romney Than Obama, Perry PRINCETON, NJ -- More registered voters say they would definitely vote for Mitt Romney or might consider doing so (62%) than say the same about his two main rivals in the 2012 presidential election, Democrat Barack Obama (54%) and Republican Rick Perry (53%). Though Romney currently receives the highest level of consideration among voters, more say they would "definitely vote for" Obama (33%) than say this about either Romney (21%) or Perry (20%). That may reflect the virtual certainty that Obama will be the Democratic candidate for president, while Republicans' loyalties are divided between their two leading contenders. That dynamic is apparent in the higher percentage of Democratic registered voters who say they definitely would vote for Obama (70%) than of Republican registered voters who would definitely vote for either of the main Republican contenders (41% for Perry and 44% for Romney). Once the Republican nominee is decided, the percentage of Republicans who say they would definitely vote for that candidate should increase significantly. Romney's advantage in broader voter consideration over Perry and Obama results partly from his greater appeal to independent voters -- 70% say they would definitely vote for him or consider doing so, compared with 60% for Perry and 45% for Obama. Romney also receives greater consideration from Republican and Democratic voters than does Perry, and matches the 90% party loyalty Obama gets from his party's supporters. The greater consideration Romney gets among registered voters speaks to his potential in the 2012 election, something that has not necessarily been translated to performance yet. Romney is essentially tied with Obama in the latest head-to-head matchup for the general election, and currently trails Perry in Republicans' current preferences for the party's presidential nominee. However, the same poll finds Republicans saying they are more willing to trade agreement on the issues for electability when choosing their party's presidential nominee, something that could work to Romney's advantage given that he currently fares slightly better than Perry in a head-to-head matchup versus Obama. Voter Consideration for Romney Growing, Flat for Obama The 62% of voters who are considering voting for Romney is up significantly from the 48% who said so when Gallup asked a similar question in April. At that time, 54% of registered voters said they would definitely vote for Obama or consider doing so, the same percentage as now. Perry, who did not officially enter the race until August, was not included in the April poll. Despite his lower April numbers, Romney still fared as well as or better than the other leading Republican contenders at that time, including Donald Trump and Mike Huckabee -- both of whom declined to run -- and Sarah Palin, who has not yet made an official announcement on a 2012 presidential candidacy. Implications At the moment, Romney has a greater reservoir of potential voter support than does either of his main rivals for the presidency. To prevail, Romney must convert as much of that potential support as possible to actual support. Should he defeat Perry for the nomination, his level of actual support among Republican voters should increase to levels approaching those Obama currently enjoys among Democratic voters. Perry's level of support among Republicans would probably also approach those levels if he wins the nomination. Thus, a key to gauging candidate electability and ultimately the winner of the 2012 election will be the candidate's appeal to independent voters. Currently, Romney seems to have an edge in three respects: the greatest number of independent voters would definitely vote for him or consider voting for him; he leads Obama among independent voters in a head-to-head matchup; and he fares slightly better among independent voters in a head-to-head matchup with Obama than does Perry. Although the presidential campaign is underway, the outlines of the race are far from settled and all of the candidates have plenty of time to campaign and solidify their support, convince voters they are the most electable, and attempt to change the dynamics of the race in their favor. Galumph Poll Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted September 22, 2011 Report Share Posted September 22, 2011 So, let me understand this correctly. Our politician's stance on the foreign policy issue of Israel is based on votes/politics and not what is the best solution? Okay, got it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashermac Posted September 22, 2011 Report Share Posted September 22, 2011 Doesn't that govern most politicians' stances on almost all issues? Keeping their job takes priority over everything else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangkoktraveler Posted September 22, 2011 Report Share Posted September 22, 2011 Surprising that none of the Republicans have a working plan to get the country to become fiscal responsible. The biggest issue is the money the USA has 'borrowed' from Social Security and Medicare. The Republican plan seems the best solution is to 'scrap' Social Security and Medicare. What that really seems is for the country to default on paying back the money it borrowed from Social Security and Medicare. Being Social Security and Medicare is our country's number one lender (China is next) it would seem by defaulting it might make it very difficult to borrow money from our "Father" China in the future. Interesting times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted September 23, 2011 Report Share Posted September 23, 2011 The smart thing for the Republican nominee to do is to not go into specifics. Speak in platitudes. Sell themselves and focus on Obama's failures and negatives. Unfortunately that's how politics are and it would probably do well. No surprise Romney is gaining. Like '08 its an anti Obama vote than a Romney vote. However, it all comes down to Ohio I think for Obama. The polls I've seen have him losing to Romney in Florida for any chance he has to win Ohio. It still may not help if he loses Penna. Michigan and Wisconsin but as it stands now its Ohio for Obama. He has focus on that state, Penna. and Michigan for any chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashermac Posted September 23, 2011 Report Share Posted September 23, 2011 Basically Obama avoided specifics in his campaign. Thus everyone saw in him what they wanted to see. A smart opponent would do they same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangkoktraveler Posted September 24, 2011 Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 Dow Jones closed today at 10,771. I guess when it hits 9,999 then the Republicans will proclaim they have done Obama in. Sorta pathetic when you think about it. So much hate for one single man. Too bad we can't work together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavanami Posted September 24, 2011 Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 ....good news is that the USD is up and approaching 31 Baht to the USD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangkoktraveler Posted September 24, 2011 Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 ....good news is that the USD is up and approaching 31 Baht to the USD Silver is below $40.00 and gold tumbled below $1800.00. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavanami Posted September 25, 2011 Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 Silver is below $40.00 and gold tumbled below $1800.00. Good time to buy gold and silver! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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