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"When we asked a generic ballot question on a survey a couple weeks ago 38% of independents said they planned to generally vote Republican next year, compared to only 26% intending to go for Democrats."

                                                                              - posted by Tom Jensen

Signs of GOP strength with independents

The divided government message- that the country will be better off if it doesn't give Democrats too much power and retains some level of balance- is going to be critical to GOP success next year and may have a higher level of appeal with independents...read the full post here.

 

THE LATEST PPP SURVEYS
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New Jersey Politicians Approval Poll
July 1, 2009

Barack Obama's approval rating is on the decline, and the state isn't too enamored with its US Senators.

New Jersey Governor Poll
June 30, 2009

The first of PPP's monthly polls on the race finds Chris Christie holding a double digit advantage over Jon Corzine.

Ohio Supreme Court Poll
June 25, 2009

Ohio voters want their state Supreme Court candidates to disclose party affiliation during election campaigns.

Ohio Politicians Approval Poll
June 24, 2009

Barack Obama remains relatively popular in Ohio, while both of the state's Senators have approval ratings below 40%.

Ohio Senate 2010 Poll
June 23, 2009

Jennifer Brunner and Lee Fisher both lead Rob Portman in the race to replace George Voinovich in the Senate.

Ohio Governor 2010 Poll
June 21, 2009

Ted Strickland's approval rating is on the decline and he looks vulnerable in a potential contest against John Kasich next year.

NC Obama Approval/Issues Poll
June 21, 2009

Barack Obama has seen a slight dip in his popularity in the Tar Heel state, while the economy is declining as the top issue for its voters.

Mike Krzyzewski Favorability Poll
June 19, 2009

Most North Carolinians have a favorable opinion of Coach K, although he can't quite match Roy Williams' popularity.

2012 President Survey
June 18, 2009

Barack Obama continues to hold solid leads over the most likely Republican Presidential candidates in 2012.

North Carolina Governors Legacy Poll
June 18, 2009

Jim Hunt is North Carolina's most popular living Governor, while Mike Easley is the well liked one.

Wisconsin Finance Poll
June 17, 2009

Wisconsin voters are split over the proposed Impartial Justice Bill.

North Carolina Senate 2010 Poll
June 17, 2009

Richard Burr trails 41-38 for reelection against a generic Democratic candidate.

Wisconsin Senate 2010 Poll
June 16, 2009

Russ Feingold is in good shape for reelection next year, with an approval rating over 50% and a double digit lead over a possible opponent.

Bev Perdue Approval Poll
June 16, 2009

Bev Perdue's approval rating is now down to 30%.

Wisconsin Governor 2010 Poll
June 15, 2009

Jim Doyle has just a 34% approval rating, and trails two potential 2010 opponents.

Endorsers Poll
June 11, 2009

Our newest poll looks at how voters view endorsements by various types of organizations and interest groups in North Carolina.

Alabama Public Finance Poll
June 11, 2009

Our newest survey looks at issues related to campaign funding and judicial elections in Alabama.

Alabama Governor 2010 Survey
June 10, 2009

The race to be the next Governor of Alabama looks to be pretty wide open, with none of the eight possible match ups we polled showing someone with a double digit lead.

Capstrat/PPP National Economy Poll
June 9, 2009

The newest Capstrat/PPP poll looks at who Americans think is to blame for the current state of the economy.

Alabama Politicians Approval Poll
June 9, 2009

More voters in the state disapprove than approve of Barack Obama's job performance, while the state's Governor and Senators are relatively popular.

Virginia Democratic Governor Poll
June 7, 2009

Creigh Deeds has opened up a double digit lead as election day closes in.

Sotomayor in NC Poll
June 4, 2009

North Carolinians are nearly split on whether the Senate should approve Sonia Sotomayor's appointment to the Supreme Court.

Virginia Governor Unity Poll
June 3, 2009

There are not major differences among the contenders for Governor when it comes to their ability to unite primary voters around them for the general election. 

Virginia Democratic Governor Poll
June 2, 2009

The race is basically tied, with all three candidates within five points of each other. 

West Virginia Public Finance Poll
June 2, 2009

West Virginia voters would like a public finance program like North Carolina's, but are against the concept in general. 

Early Childhood Funding Poll
June 1, 2009

North Carolina voters don't think funding for early childhood education is a good place to make cuts as the state prepares to adopt its next budget.

West Virginia Politicians Poll
June 1, 2009

Barack Obama has a poor approval rating, while the state's Governor and Senators all receive good marks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PPP NEWS
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Carl Bialik of the Wall Street Journal found automated pollsters, including PPP, did a good job on the Virginia Democratic primary for Governor.

Richard Burr went on the attack against PPP, Josh Kraushaar of Politico and Stuart Rothenberg of Roll Call covered it.

We took a look at the cumulative popularity of Senate delegations we have polled on and found Minnesota's most popular, with Illinois' in the basement.

We profiled moderate Republicans in North Carolina.

Generational change is increasing the power of moderates within North Carolina's electorate.

There are early indications North Carolina voters will be looking for change next year.

The Independent Weekly used our numbers to exemplify the North Carolina GOP's trouble with moderates.

Russ Feingold is popular while Jim Doyle is not...we profiled the voters who like their Democratic Senator but not their Governor.

We discussed the recent primary results with Virginia Public Radio.

One of Richard Burr's problems as heads toward next year's election is his lack of popularity...with Republicans.

PPP's polling in the Virginia Democratic primary was a great success...national pundits Stuart Rothenberg and Mark Blumenthal commented on our accuracy in predicting both the final numbers and turnout.

The Montgomery Advertiser used our poll to look ahead to the 2010 race for Governor of Alabama.

Drew Edmondson is in the race for Governor of Oklahoma...we looked at how his initial numbers compare with fellow Democrat Jari Askins.

Unions still aren't too popular with North Carolina voters.

Our updated approval ratings for Governors around the country.

The Washington Times reported on Creigh Deeds' rise to the top of our polls.

We looked at the dynamics of the race for North Carolina's 11th CD if Heath Shuler runs for higher office.

We talked with West Virginia Public Broadcasting about Barack Obama's lack of popularity in the state.

Would Mike McIntyre and Heath Shuler have trouble with liberal voters?  Our initial numbers indicate no.

In Oklahoma Barack Obama has issues even with a lot of the Democrats.

The Daily Tar Heel used our numbers to look at Bev Perdue's declining fortunes.

Of the 24 Senators we've done approval ratings of Amy Klobuchar is most popular and Roland Burris brings up the rear.  Read the whole list.

In Virginia it appears the lower turnout is, the better chances are of Creigh Deeds or Brian Moran pulling an upset against Terry McAuliffe.

Dean Debnam talked to Salon about how Terry McAuliffe's base of support is good for the primary, but might need some expansion in the general.

Tom Jensen talked to News 14 about Bev Perdue's declining approval ratings.

We looked at how Lisa Madigan's popularity with Republicans has made her the DSCC's candidate of choice in Illinois.

UNC basketball coach Roy Williams is really popular- even with Duke fans.

The Richmond Times-Dispatch uses our most recent numbers to discuss the state of the Governor's race.

We profiled the undecideds in the Virginia primary, and also found that Terry McAuliffe has the most committed supporters.

The Lexington Herald-Leader points out our numbers showing that Republicans would be better off with Trey Grayson as their nominee than Jim Bunning.

Is Virginia Foxx beatable?  We investigated that question.

Conservative Republicans like Palin, aren't necessarily committed to voting for her.

Denver Post looks at our numbers for Governor, editorializes on overall political situation in the state.

Bev Perdue is doing well in Charlotte, but furloughs may push her approval into negative territory.

The Denver Post wrote a story about our numbers on Michael Bennet.

Roll Call looks at our numbers on Roy Cooper and the possibility of his candidacy next year.  Meanwhile, our analysis shows Cooper with unusual strength for a North Carolina Democrat among white voters.

Nationally very few moderates are identifying as Republicans.

News&Observer editor John Drescher writes about our polling about...the News&Observer.

John Carney is running for the House in Delaware.  The Wilmington News-Journal cites our numbers and we break down his room for improvement.

Kentucky Senator Jim Bunning trails everyone mentioned as a possible Democratic opponent in hypothetical contests while sporting a 28% approval rating.

Independent voters could scuttle Terry McAuliffe's hopes in the Democratic primary for Governor of Virginia.  Read our analysis here.

How important was the Triangle to Barack Obama's victory in North Carolina last year?  We look at the numbers to answer the question.

Politico takes a look at Blanche Lincoln's current political standing, using our recent Arkansas polling as a launching point.

Rush Limbaugh just can't stop talking about PPP.  Read the transcript of his discussion about our North Carolina and Arkansas polls about him here.

 
 
 

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