Governor Bob Riley (R) holds single digit leads over two Democrats who want his job. The latest Rasmussen Reports election poll in Alabama shows Riley leading Lt. Governor Lucy Baxley (D) 47% to 40%.

Baxley is considered the favorite to win the Democratic nomination. However, Riley is also being challenged by the man he beat four years ago, Don Siegelman. In that re-match, Riley has a nine point advantage, 49% to 40%.

Any Incumbent who polls below 50% early in the campaign season is potentially vulnerable. While Alabama would normally be considered a solid Republican state, Riley outraged his base by seeking a statewide referendum to raise taxes. For some Republicans, that's unforgivable. As a result, Riley opened the door for Democrats to be competitive in this "Red" state.

Riley also faces a primary challenge from Roy Moore, the judge who came to fame by insisting on the public display of the Ten Commandments. While 76% of Alabama voters agree that the Ten Commandments should be displayed in courthouses and other public buildings, Moore trails both Democrats in general election match-ups.

Baxley and Riley are both viewed favorably by more than 50% of Alabama voters. For Siegelman and Moore, their favorables are in the 30s.

Forty-eight percent (48%) of Alabama voters give President Bush good or excellent marks for handling the economy. Just 31% say he is doing a poor job in this area.

Visit our Election Polls page to see a summary of our latest state-by state polling. Rasmussen Reports is polling every Senate and Governors' race at least once a month this year.

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