McCain Favorables Continue Downward Trend
It certainly is early in the campaign season and no one ever goes crazy over polls. Except for candidates and their staffers, the attraction of campaign polls is more akin to the Vegas line… on anything. Reviewing the stream of polling data appears to show significant swings in the numbers from release to release. But again, it is early and the poll results are of limited value right now at least.
The headline for this report from Rasmussen would not be shocking to most. What, John McCain’s approval rating is down? So is most of Congress. What, John McCain’s campaign numbers are falling? Taking firm stands on major issues at the beginning of a campaign is risky. You may be able to do it but don’t pick more than one and don’t hype your position. His position and involvement on the amnesty bill could be his largest mistake if he is serious about spending other people’s money for a Presidential campaign. But politicians are always spending other people’s money.
Stanford Matthews
MoreWhat.com
McCain Favorables Continue Downward Trend
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Arizona Senator John McCain is now viewed favorably by 48% of Americans. Rasmussen Reports polling this week found that he is viewed unfavorably by 45%. Those figures reflect a continuing downtrend for the Republican Presidential hopeful. In December, 59% had a favorable opinion. Two months ago, 55% offered a positive assessment and our previous poll found 51% of voters with a favorable view. A separate Rasmussen Reports analysis takes a look at what happened to the McCain campaign for the White House.McCain is now viewed favorably by just 55% of Republicans.