Here are the latest results from the Maine poll by Rasmussen Reports published on USAElectionPolls.com:
There were 500 voters polled on 7/17.
| Rasmussen Reports Date: 7/17 Maine Added: 7/21/08 |
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| Barack Obama | 46% |
| John McCain | 36% |
| Unsure | 10% |
| Other | 7% |
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Last month, Obama led by over twenty points in the first survey conducted since Hillary Clinton’s exit from the race. In May, the Democrat had a 51% to 38% lead. This pattern has been seen in many states where Obama enjoyed a bounce after clinching the nomination.The biggest change this month is among unaffiliated voters. Among voters not affiliated with either candidate’s party, McCain and Obama are now essentially even. Last month, Obama had a 57% to 30% lead among those voters. Obama has support from 78% of Democrats in Maine, while McCain is backed by 72% of Republicans.
Though Obama’s lead has decreased among women, he still leads among this demographic by nineteen percentage points. Among men, the candidates are now even. Last month, the Democrat had a seven-point lead among men.
The economy is a top issue for voters nationwide. In Maine, 46% of voters think it is the most important electoral issue. Of those voters, 56% say they will vote for Obama while 26% will vote McCain. National security is the top issue for 26% of Maine voters. McCain has a 57% to 30% advantage among these voters.
McCain is viewed favorably by 56% and unfavorably by 41% of voters in Maine. Obama’s numbers are 58% favorable, 39% unfavorable.
Source: National Polls, Electoral College Results
