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July 20, 2006

Wyoming Senate: Thomas by 27

Despite some gains made by Democratic challenger Dale Groutage, incumbent Republican Senator Craig Thomas maintains his lead in Wyoming’s U.S. Senate race according to the most recent Rasmussen Reports election survey of 500 likely voters.

July 20, 2006

Wisconsin Governor: Doyle’s Delicate Lead Holds in Gov. Race

According to the latest Rasmussen Reports election survey of 500 likely voters, incumbent Gov. Jim Doyle (D) continues to enjoy a narrow lead over his Republican challenger, Congressman Mark Green, 47% to 41%. Doyle’s numbers remain unchanged from the last survey in April while Green’s have seen a two-point drop.

July 19, 2006

Vanishing Vacations

Whether you choose to catch some waves in Waikiki, cruise the Caribbean, swoosh down the slopes in Aspen, or simply catch up on the latest bestsellers next to the pool, a vacation can be the stuff dreams are made of—a needed escape from the daily grind of the real world.

July 19, 2006

Traditional Views of Marriage Tops in Voters' Minds

Look up the word marriage in The American Heritage Dictionary and the first entry reads “the legal union of a man and woman as husband and wife.”

July 19, 2006

53% of Churchgoers Say Attendance is Growing

Fifty-three percent (53%) of American churchgoers say that attendance at their Church is growing. A Rasmussen Reports survey found that 11% say attendance is declining while 33% see little change.

July 19, 2006

Home and Office - Workers Want It All

While only 23 percent of U.S. employees work from home or are given that option, most of the work force (59 percent) believes that telecommuting at least part-time is the ideal work situation.

July 18, 2006

Rhode Island Senate: Chafee Now Trailing by 5

It doesn't look good for Republican Senator Lincoln Chafee, whose support has gone from bad to worse in the latest Rasmussen Reports election poll of Rhode Island's U.S. Senate race.

July 18, 2006

Rhode Island Governor: Carcieri, Fogarty Still in Dead Heat

Things aren't getting any better for Rhode Island's top Republican incumbents. Gaining a couple points since June hasn't helped Governor Donald Carcieri (R) gain traction in the competitive gubernatorial race.

July 17, 2006

Maryland Senate: Steele Catching Up

Democratic Congressman Ben Cardin still leads Republican Lt. Governor Michael Steele, but no longer by double digits in this tightening race.

July 17, 2006

Maryland Governor: Ehrlich Still Trailing

In the race for Maryland Governor, Republican Governor Bob Ehrlich continues to lag behind his Democratic challenger, Baltimore Mayor Martin O'Malley, who now leads 49% to 42%.

July 17, 2006

Nebraska Governor: Heineman with Hefty Lead over Hahn

In the race for governor, Republican incumbent Dave Heineman tops Democratic challenger David Hahn with 74% of voters a favorable or somewhat favorable opinion of the sitting governor compared to 34% for his challenger.

July 17, 2006

Space Shuttle Discovery's Safe Landing Marks Successful Return to Flight

The space shuttle Discovery’s return to earth at 9:14 E.T. Monday morning capped a successful 13-day mission during which the shuttle’s 7-member crew connected with the International Space Station to drop off supplies and make repairs, as well as test new techniques and materials that can be used to make shuttle repairs.

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July 17, 2006

Nebraska Senate and Governor Races: Advantage Incumbents

It’s always good to be an incumbent in American politics. That’s especially true in Nebraska this year where the incumbent Senator and Governor are from opposing parties. But, regardless of the party label, both incumbents enjoy strong support from the state’s voters.

July 13, 2006

IL Governor: Blagojevich Now Up by 11

After trailing earlier in the campaign season, Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich (D) now leads Republican State Treasurer Judy Baar Topinka by 11-points in his bid for re-election.

July 13, 2006

Ms. Jolie Viewed Favorably By 46%

She’s an Oscar winning actress, philanthropist and a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations. But how did Angelina Jolie fare in a recent Rasmussen Reports survey?

July 12, 2006

Private Business Owners Split on Economy

An inaugural survey of more than 600 private business owners in the United States whose companies employ at least 50 people showed decidedly mixed views on the current and future state of the U.S. economy.

July 12, 2006

Hillary Meter: 37% Would Vote Against Clinton in 2008

Our latest Hillary Meter survey shows little change in perceptions of the New York Senator. Thirty-seven percent (37%) of voters say they would definitely vote against the Senator if she were nominated for President.

July 11, 2006

MA Governor: Dems Edging Forward

Two Democrats vying for the gubernatorial nomination in Massachusetts now earn more than 40% support when likely voters consider three-way match-ups.

July 11, 2006

Montana Trending To Tester

Democrat Jon Tester leads Republican Senator Conrad Burns 50% to 43% making Burns the second most vulnerable Senator seeking re-election this year.

July 11, 2006

A Turning Tide in the War on Terror?

The latest results of Rasmussen Reports’ monthly survey on the War on Terror show signs that Americans may be becoming more cautiously optimistic about their country’s performance.