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November 20, 2006

43% Would Never Vote for Mormon Candidate

While many Republican insiders believe Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney could become an attractive candidate to the party’s social conservatives, a Rasmussen Reports survey finds that Romney’s faith may initially be more of a hindrance than a help.

November 20, 2006

After Election, Confidence in War on Terror Up

The first post-election update to our War on Terror tracking shows increased confidence regarding the United States’ position. Forty-five percent (45%) of respondents now say the United States and its allies are winning the war--a five-point increase since the last survey.

November 20, 2006

Hussein Verdict “Questionable?”

Human Rights Watch, a U.S. based human rights organization, said the trial of former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein was not carried out fairly and that the verdict was “questionable”. That conclusion is not likely to find much support among the American public, of which 72% responded that they believe Saddam Hussein received a fair trial.

November 17, 2006

ID Theft Concerns 83%

The latest Rasmussen Reports survey found that 83% of American adults are at least somewhat concerned about identity theft. This includes 47% who are “very concerned.”

November 16, 2006

56% Rate Situation in Iraq as “Poor”

Fifty-eight percent (58%) of American adults say it’s time for a fundamentally different approach in Iraq. The latest Rasmussen Reports survey found that just 29% say the United States should “stay the course.” These responses come as the U.S. death toll in Iraq hits 100 for October.

November 16, 2006

Small Businesses' Optimism on Economy Up Sharply

The Discover® Small Business Watch (SM) rose sharply in October 2006 as business owners reported improvements in cash flow and greater willingness to invest in business development. The Watch, based on surveys with 1,000 small business owners, rose to 120 from 107.7 in September.

November 15, 2006

40% Have Already Started Holiday Shopping

With only 40 shopping days left until Christmas, 56% of Americans need to hit the mall or the Web--they have not yet begun to shop for the holidays.

November 15, 2006

'Getting Away From It All' Going Out of Style?

More than one-third (37%) of U.S. workers anticipate not using all of their time off this year, according to a new Hudson survey. In fact, one in four workers (24%) have not taken any time off this year.

November 14, 2006

Giuliani Leads GOP Nominee Field

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani (R) made it official on Monday, filing paperwork to launch a 2008 Presidential campaign.

November 14, 2006

New Democratic Leaders Largely Unknown

The Democratic strategy of casting the election as a referendum on Republican conduct and policy has given Democrats majority control of Congress. But many voters have little impression of key leaders expected to now run the show.

November 13, 2006

78% Say Saddam Verdict Appropriate

Seventy-eight percent (78%) of American voters believe the death penalty verdict for Saddam Hussein was appropriate. A Rasmussen Reports survey of 1,000 Likely Voters found that 13% disagree.

November 13, 2006

66% Confident in Ballot Counting

Two-thirds (66%) of American voters are confident that ballots were properly counted on Election Day and the proper candidates were declared the winners.

November 13, 2006

Election 2008: McCain 48%; Gore 41%

The latest Rasmussen Reports survey finds McCain leading former Vice President Al Gore (D) 48% to 41%. Earlier surveys released show him leading Senator Hillary Clinton (D) and Barack Obama (D).

November 13, 2006

61% Believe American Society Fair & Decent

While Americans are less hopeful about our nation’s future than they were in 2004, 61% continue to believe that American society is generally fair and decent.

November 12, 2006

America's Best Days Still Ahead

A Rasmussen Reports survey of 1,000 Likely Voters found that 42% disagree and say that our best days have already come and gone.

November 12, 2006

Poll: 44% Favor Gates Confirmation

Forty-four percent (44%) of Americans say that Robert Gates should be confirmed as Secretary of Defense by the United States Senate. A Rasmussen Reports telephone survey of 1,000 adults found that 16% disagree while 40% are not sure at this time.

November 12, 2006

Most Favor Bringing Troops Home from Iraq

Twenty-eight percent (28%) of America’s voters want U.S. troops brought home from Iraq immediately. Another 26% want a firm timetable established for the military forces to come home within a year.

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November 12, 2006

War on Terror Update: 40% Believe U.S. and Allies Winning the War on Terror

Forty percent (40%) of American voters believe the United States and its allies are winning the War on Terror.

November 11, 2006

61% Say Tax Hikes Hurt Economy

There are many reasons that Republicans lost control of Congress last week. On one level, people just didn’t think Congress was doing its job very well. However, it is also clear that the GOP lost its edge on an issue that Ronald Reagan once claimed solely for the Republicans--taxes.

November 11, 2006

Only 15% Give Congress Positive Reviews

As Election 2006 was unfolding, just 15% of Americans rated the performance of Congress as good or excellent. A Rasmussen Reports survey of 1,000 Likely voters found that 33% gave Congressional performance a “fair” rating while 50% said poor.