Washington D.C. 2/23/2008 11:54:22 AM
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John McCain Leads Ohio Poll Released by Rasmussen Reports

Here are the latest results from the Ohio poll by Rasmussen Reports published on USAElectionPolls.com:

There were 902 voters polled on 2/21.

Rasmussen Reports
Date: 2/21
Ohio
Est. MoE = 3.2%
John McCain 57%
Mike Huckabee 30%
Ron Paul 4%
Unsure 9%

Quote:

McCain attracts 60% of those who are politically moderate (60%) and 56% of conservative voters. Huckabee attracts 32% of conservative voters.

McCain is viewed favorably by 81% of Ohio voters and unfavorably by 18%. Huckabee earns positive reviews from 70% of republican voters and negative reviews from 27%. Paul, on the other hand, is viewed favorably by 29% and unfavorably by 57%.

Ohio voters have high expectations for McCain in the general election. Eighty-one percent (81%) believe McCain is at least somewhat likely to win the presidential election. Only 16% find that outcome unlikely.

When it comes to issues, Ohio voters share the same concerns as most other states. The economy is the top issue for 38% of voters, while National Security is the most important issue for 17% of voters. The War in Iraq comes in right behind with 15%.

Source: Tracking Polls, State Presidential Primary Polls

The average poll results over the last 5 days in the Ohio polls from USAElectionPolls.com are:

Candidate %
Mike Huckabee 29
John McCain 61
Ron Paul 5