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May 14, 2010

71% Say U.S. More Positive Force in World Than UN, Political Class Not So Sure

Seventy-one percent (71%) of U.S. voters say the United States is a more positive force for good in the world today than the United Nations, according to a new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey.

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May 14, 2010

California Senate: Boxer 42%, Campbell 41%

Embattled Democratic incumbent Barbara Boxer remains in a virtual tie with Republican challenger Tom Campbell, but two other GOP hopefuls are still failing to gain traction in California’s race for the U.S. Senate.

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May 14, 2010

Idaho Governor: Otter 54%, Allred 32%

Idaho Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter still holds a comfortable lead over his likely Democratic opponent, Keith Allred, in his bid for a second term.

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May 13, 2010

Kansas Governor: Brownback 58%, Holland 27%

Retiring U.S. Senator Sam Brownback holds a commanding 22-point lead over his likeliest Democratic opponent, state Senator Tom Holland, in this year’s race for governor of Kansas.

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May 13, 2010

67% in Colorado Concerned Other U.S. Citizens Will Attempt Terrorist Acts

Following the failed car bombing in New York City’s Times Square, 67% of Likely Voters in Colorado are concerned that other people who have become U.S. citizens will attempt to commit terrorist acts against the United States, according to a new Rasmussen Reports telephone survey in the state.

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May 13, 2010

47% Oppose Open-Carry Gun Laws, 41% Favor

Most Americans are not concerned about their safety around those who have legal permits to carry concealed weapons but have mixed feelings about laws that would allow gun owners to wear their weapons openly in public.

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May 13, 2010

New Hampshire Senate: Ayotte 50%, Hodes 38%

The U.S. Senate race in New Hampshire looks largely the same way it has for months, with two of the three top Republican candidates holding double-digit leads over Democratic hopeful Paul Hodes.

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May 13, 2010

44% Say Change America Needs Will Come from Volunteers, Not Government

While politicians struggle against an anti-incumbent mood sweeping the country, a plurality of Americans are looking beyond the government to find solutions for the nation’s problems.

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May 13, 2010

Kansas Senate: Moran, Tiahrt Hold Healthy Leads Over Democratic Opponents

For now at least, it appears Kansas is unlikely to break its streak of electing only Republicans to the U.S. Senate since 1932.

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May 12, 2010

Colorado Governor: McInnis 47%, Hickenlooper 41%

Little has changed over the past month in Colorado’s gubernatorial race, with Republican Scott McInnis continuing to hold a modest lead over Democrat John Hickenlooper, the current mayor of Denver.

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May 12, 2010

40% in Pennsylvania Approve of Governor, 58% Disapprove

Maybe it's better for Pennsylvania Governor Edward Rendell that's he's term-limited and can't seek reelection this year.

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May 12, 2010

Alaska Governor: Parnell Well Ahead of Democratic Rivals

Republican Governor Sean Parnell is comfortably ahead of his three chief Democratic challengers in his bid for reelection in Alaska.

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May 12, 2010

Voters in Colorado Send Mixed Signals on Global Warming Legislation

Fifty-four percent (54%) of Colorado voters believe that it is at least somewhat important for Congress to pass energy legislation aimed at reducing global warming this year, including 31% who say it is Very Important.

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May 12, 2010

40% Say Being a Good Citizen is Different From Being a Patriot

Forty-percent (40%) of voters nationwide say that being a good citizen and being a patriot are the same thing. The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that another 40% disagree and 19% are not sure.

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May 12, 2010

70% in Massachusetts Favor Ban on Public Benefits For Illegal Immigrants

Seventy percent (70%) of Massachusetts voters favor a proposal recently rejected by the state legislature that would stop illegal immigrants from receiving public benefits.

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May 12, 2010

Massachusetts Governor: Patrick 45%, Baker 31%, Cahill 14%

Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick has gained ground over the past month and now earns 45% of the vote in his bid for reelection against Republican Charlie Baker and independent Tim Cahill.

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May 11, 2010

59% in Ohio Support Tough Immigration Law Like Arizona’s

Fifty-nine percent (59%) of Ohio voters favor legislation like Arizona’s that empowers local police to stop those they suspect of being illegal immigrants, according to a new Rasmussen Reports telephone survey in the state.

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May 11, 2010

Just 41% in Alaska Would Vote for Palin for President

Sarah Palin appears to be losing the Alaska vote.

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May 11, 2010

63% Expect Health Care Law To Increase Deficit, 56% Favor Repeal

The number of U.S. voters who expect the recently passed health care bill to increase the federal deficit is at its highest level yet, and most voters continue to favor its repeal.

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May 11, 2010

61% of Colorado Voters Favor Repeal of Health Care Plan

The national health care reform plan passed by Congress in March and signed into law by President Obama is even more unpopular in Colorado than it is nationally.