Thursday, July 10, 2008

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North Dakota Governor John Hoeven (R) has little to worry about thus far in his upcoming bid for re-election. The incumbent leads State Senator Tim Mathern 66% to 26% in the latest Rasmussen Reports telephone survey of the state. When “leaners” are included, Hoeven is ahead 67% to 27%.

The governor leads his challenger 64% to 28% among men and 67% to 25% among women in the Peace Garden state. The Republican even draws support from a third (32%) of Democrats. Among unaffiliated voters, the incumbent leads 68% to 18%.

Hoeven’s favorability ratings in North Dakota are very high. The governor is viewed favorably by 80% and unfavorably by just 18%. Mathern’s numbers are 49% favorable, 37% unfavorable.

Seventy-two percent (72%) of North Dakota voters give their governor good or excellent ratings. Just 6% of voters say Hoeven is doing a poor job as governor.

Rasmussen Markets data shows that Hoeven is currently given a % chance of winning North Dakota's governor race. Figures updated on a 24/7 basis by market participants. It costs nothing to join and add your voice to the Rasmussen Market results.

North Dakota’s Presidential race is surprisingly close--the two candidates are tied at 43% in the historically red state.

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