Veterans Give Romney Big Lead Over Obama
Veterans responsible for Romney's advantage among men overall
May 28, 2012
U.S. veterans, about 13% of the adult population and consisting mostly of older men, support Mitt Romney over Barack Obama for president by 58% to 34%, while nonveterans give Obama a four-percentage-point edge.
Ten Key Insights Into the U.S. Presidential Election
Each candidate has strengths in what is at this point a very close race
May 24, 2012
Gallup editors summarize 10 key indicators that shed light on where the U.S. presidential election stands today -- revealing a tight race in which both candidates have strengths.
Obama, Romney Each Has Economic Strengths With Americans
Obama preferred for healthcare costs; Romney preferred for deficit
May 21, 2012
When asked to rate 10 economic issues, most Americans rate healthcare costs, the federal budget deficit, and unemployment as highly important issues, but give Obama the edge on handling some issues, and Romney the edge on others.
In Presidential Election, Age Is a Factor Only Among Whites
Nonwhites of all ages overwhelmingly support Obama
May 18, 2012
Barack Obama has a wide lead over Mitt Romney among voters younger than age 40, while Romney wins among those 40 and older. But differences by age are apparent only among whites; nonwhites of all ages overwhelmingly support Obama.
Romney Registers Personal Best 50% Favorable Rating
Up from 39% in February, but one of lowest for a presumptive nominee
May 17, 2012
Fifty percent of Americans have a favorable opinion of Mitt Romney, his personal high by 10 points. While this is one of the lowest favorables a presumptive nominee has had, it nearly matches Barack Obama's current 52%.
Americans See Obama as Solid Favorite to Win Election
Fifty-six percent think Obama will win; 36% think Romney will
May 15, 2012
By a 56% to 36% margin, Americans think Barack Obama rather than Mitt Romney will win the 2012 presidential election. This is the case even though voters' preferences are evenly divided between the two candidates.
Dems Happier With Obama Than Republicans Are With Romney
Eight in 10 Democrats satisfied with their nominee vs. 59% of Republicans
May 14, 2012
Fifty-nine percent of Republicans and Republican-leaning independents are satisfied with Mitt Romney as their party's nominee; 36% would have preferred someone else. By contrast, eight in 10 Democrats are satisfied with Barack Obama.
OBAMA VS. ROMNEY TREND
Among registered voters
POPULAR TOPICS WITHIN ELECTION 2012:
Economy
In U.S., Nearly Half Identify as Economically Conservative
May 25, 2012
Americans are more than twice as likely to identify themselves as conservative (46%) on economic issues rather than liberal (20%). On social issues, the gap is much smaller, with 38% saying they are conservative and 28% liberal.
Election Matters: Obama and Romney Have Starkly Different Economic Strengths
May 22, 2012
Gallup Editor-in-Chief Frank Newport and USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page discuss how Americans assess President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney on various economic issues, identify which economic issues may be most important in the upcoming presidential election, and reveal the candidate who is leading among smokers.
Economic Confidence in U.S. Hits New High
May 22, 2012
At -16, the Gallup U.S. Economic Confidence Index broke through a barrier last week, surpassing -17 for the first time in the four-plus years of Gallup Daily tracking. Last week's gains came entirely from the outlook component.
Wellbeing
Americans' City Optimism Reaches Four-Year High
May 25, 2012
Americans are more optimistic about their cities than they have been since before the 2008 financial crisis. The 58.7% who said their city or area is "getting better" in April is the highest since the 59.0% measured in January 2008.
Economic Crisis Has Lasting Effect on Wellbeing Worldwide
May 25, 2012
While the percentage of adults worldwide who are thriving has largely rebounded since the global economic crisis, the percentage who are suffering has increased, documenting a lasting effect on "net wellbeing" worldwide.
In U.S., Financial Wellbeing Improves With Age
May 21, 2012
Older Americans feel better about their current financial situations than do those who are younger. However, the young are the most optimistic about the direction in which their finances are headed.
World
Economic Crisis Has Lasting Effect on Wellbeing Worldwide
May 25, 2012
While the percentage of adults worldwide who are thriving has largely rebounded since the global economic crisis, the percentage who are suffering has increased, documenting a lasting effect on "net wellbeing" worldwide.
Most Egyptians Expect a Fair, Honest Election
May 22, 2012
As Egyptians prepare to cast ballots in their presidential election, most have confidence in the electoral process and plan to participate. Most also believe the military will hand over power to a civilian government post-election.
In Europe, Migrants Rate Their Lives Worse Than Native Born
May 21, 2012
Migrants across 15 EU countries rate their present and future lives worse than those born in those countries. Migrants' overall emotional and financial situations are also less positive than those of the native born.
