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                            June 2, 2006American Idol Phenomenon Hits New Peak
  
The American Idol phenomenon hit a new peak this week as sales for the Season Five Encore Anthology hit 154,000 in the first week.

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                            June 2, 2006Hurricane Season
  
As hurricane season begins, Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff is optimistic. 
May 31, 2006Pennsylvania Senate: Casey by 23
  
The latest Rasmussen Reports election poll in Pennsylvania shows Republican Senator Rick Santorum solidifying his standing as most vulnerable congressional incumbent this election season. 
May 31, 2006Worker Confidence Falls Five Points
  
U.S. worker confidence in the employment market declined in May, as the Hudson Employment Index fell 5.4 points to 102.3. Lowered optimism regarding personal finances and less anticipated hiring contributed to the drop.
May 30, 2006Pennsylvania Senate: Casey by 23
  
Senator Santorum is viewed favorably by 42% of likely voters, unfavorably by 47%. About a quarter, 26%, view Santorum Very Unfavorably. 

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                            May 29, 200657% Will Pay Tribute on Memorial Day
  
Often seen as the unofficial beginning of summer and a convenient occasion for travel and get-togethers, the holiday also has a more significant meaning for many Americans—often a deeply personal one. 

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                            May 28, 2006Tony Snow: Mixed Reviews
  
White House Press Secretary Tony Snow has opened to mixed reviews among the general public. After a month on the job, 34% have a favorable opinion of him, 28% have an unfavorable view, and 38% have no opinion one way or the other. 

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                            May 28, 2006Congressional Leadership
  
Republican and Democratic leaders in both the House and Senate disagree about just about everything it seems, but a Rasmussen Reports survey of 1,000 adults found some common ground across party lines--all four Congressional leaders earn a net unfavorable rating from the American public. 
May 26, 2006New Jersey Senate
  
In New Jersey's U.S. Senate campaign, Republican Tom Kean, Jr. (R) now leads Senator Robert Menendez (D) by just three points, 40% to 37%.

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                            May 26, 2006Memorial Day Weekend
  
The calendar may say that summer comes in June, but 65% of Americans say that Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season.

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                            May 25, 2006Americans View The DaVinci Code as Work of Fiction
  
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    DaVinci Code attracted demonstrations during filming, overcame legal efforts aimed at preventing its distribution, and was condemned by many for distorting the story of Jesus.
May 25, 2006Pennsylvania Governor
  
Governor Ed Rendell (D) has opened his biggest lead of the season over challenger and political newcomer Lynn Swann (R). 

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                            May 23, 2006California Governor
  
Our April survey of the California race for governor showed Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger pulling into his first substantial lead of the year over both Democrats vying for their party's gubernatorial nomination. 
May 23, 2006Oregon Governor
  
Conducted the night after the primary elections , the latest Rasmussen Reports election poll of the race for Oregon Governor shows Democratic incumbent Ted Kulongoski narrowly leading Republican challenger Ron Saxton 43% to 41%.

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                            May 22, 2006Florida Governor
  
In our latest poll of Florida's competitive race for governor, Attorney General Charlie Crist remains the strongest Republican candidate, Congressman Jim Davis the strongest Democratic candidate.
May 22, 2006Florida Senate
  
Senator Bill Nelson (D) from Florida has hit the 60% level of support in his bid for re-election. 
May 22, 2006Bonds Hits 714, Baseball Fans Have Doubts
  
Barry Bonds hit major league home-run number 714 over the weekend, but only 41% of baseball fans believe he should be allowed in the Hall of Fame.
May 18, 2006Ohio Governor
  
Congressman Ted Strickland (D) leads Secretary of State Ken Blackwell (R) by 16-percentage points in the race to become Governor of Ohio.

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                            May 17, 2006Congressional Ballot: Dems 48% GOP 33%
  
Following the President's Monday night speech, Democrats enjoy a 15-point advantage on the Generic Congressional Ballot.

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                            May 17, 200639% Agree With President on Immigration
  
Thirty-nine percent (39%) of Americans agree with President Bush's approach on the immigration issue. An equal number disagree, while 22% are not sure.