Washington D.C. 3/2/2008 9:41:03 AM
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Barack Obama Leads Texas Poll Released by Rasmussen Reports

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

There were 503 voters polled on 2/27.

Rasmussen Reports
Date: 2/27
Texas
Added: 2/29/08
Est. MoE = 4.4%
Barack Obama 48%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Unsure 8%

Quote:

Obama leads by sixteen points among men, but trails by nine among women. Clinton’s lead among Hispanic voters is down to seven percentage points.

Among those who are undecided, 73% have a favorable opinion of Clinton and 66% say the same about Obama.

Overall, 76% have a favorable opinion of Clinton and 75% view Obama in such a positive light.

Seventy-nine percent (79%) believe Clinton would be at least somewhat likely to win the White House if nominated. Seventy-eight percent (78%) say the same about Obama.

These latest results show a continuing trend in Obama’s favor. Last Sunday, Clinton led by a single point. Last week, Clinton was up by three. Two weeks ago, the former First Lady enjoyed a double digit lead. The Rasmussen Reports surveys in Texas include people who have already voted and those who are likely to vote. Currently, Obama leads by six among those who have already voted or are absolutely certain they will vote.

Source: Tracking Polls, State Presidential Primary Polls

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

Candidate %
Hillary Clinton 45
Barack Obama 46