Washington D.C. 11/4/2008 6:02:17 PM
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New Jersey Poll Released by Rasmussen Reports: Barack Obama 57%, John McCain 42%

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

There were 500 voters polled on 11/2.

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Rasmussen Reports
Date: 11/2
New Jersey
Added: 11/3/08
Barack Obama 57%
John McCain 42%

Quote:

Obama now has a 17-point lead among unaffiliated voters in New Jersey. In October, the candidates split the unaffiliated vote. Women in New Jersey favor Obama by a 64% to 35% margin, while men lean towards McCain, 50% to 48%.

A month ago, favorability ratings for the candidates were identical. Now, 63% of New Jersey voters have a favorable view of Obama, while 53% view McCain favorably. The Democrat is viewed unfavorably by 36%, while the Republican is viewed unfavorably by 44%.

It’s no surprise that the plurality of New Jersey name the economy as the top electoral issue this year, and voters trust Obama more on economic matters by a 55% to 40% margin. Obama holds a 56% to 38% advantage among unaffiliated voters on this issue.

On national security, Garden State voters trust Obama more 53% to 43%. Obama also holds a big lead among unaffiliated voters on the issue.

Source: Current Polls, Electoral College Results