With Rudy Giuliani's poll lead slipping in many areas for the Republican presidential nomination, former governor Mitt Romney may be beginning to worry about the recent surge in former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee's poll standings, especially in Iowa. Romney is also facing a John McCain's attack in New Hampshire, giving him two early states that may become an issue.
According to poll results posted at http://www.usaelectionpolls.com/, Huckabee has moved into the lead in Iowa polls with 32 percent. Romney is holding at 20 percent and Giuliani stands at about five percent. Meanwhile, in New Hampshire, another early primary state, Romney holds onto 25 percent with John McCain surging to 16 percent and Rudy Giuliani's 17 percent. This may be the basis for Romney's so-called contrast ads hitting Iowa.
While praising his GOP opponent on many areas, comparing the two candidates on many family issues, Romney is quick to point out the difference between the two on immigration issues, a hot subject in Iowa. His campaign team is split on whether to attack Huckabee or not, as some believe that the national media is just starting to pay attention to him as a viable candidate under increased scrutiny. Others in his camp say he is a serious contender and they should not wait for the national media to point out any deficiencies.
In recent national polls posted at www.usaelectionpolls.com, Giuliani is holding onto a slim 24 percent with Huckabee at 22 percent and Romney at 16 percent among national Republican voters.
