Election 2010

Republicans Edge Ahead of Democrats in 2010 Vote

Registered voters prefer Republicans for the House, 48% to 44%

November 11, 2009
Republicans have moved ahead of Democrats, 48% to 44%, in Gallup’s latest update on registered-voter preferences for the 2010 midterm congressional elections. Over the course of the year, independents have grown increasingly likely to vote Republican on this measure.More ...
Republicans Take Lead in 2010 Generic Ballot

Republicans Take Lead in 2010 Generic Ballot

November 11, 2009
For the first time this year, more registered voters said they would vote for the Republican candidate than said they would vote for the Democratic candidate if elections for Congress were held today.

Political Climate for 2010 Not as Favorable to Democrats

Maintain edge in party strength measures, but public dissatisfied with nation’s course

November 4, 2009
The U.S. political climate heading into 2010 is not as favorable to the Democratic Party as it was in 2006 and 2008. Though Democrats continue to have an edge in party affiliation and President Obama retains majority approval, congressional approval and satisfaction with the U.S. are low.More ...

Generic Ballot Provides Clues for 2010 Vote

Republicans could have good year, but may not be enough for control of House

November 2, 2009
The Democrats’ 46% to 44% advantage on the generic ballot suggests a solid Republican showing if the midterm elections were held today, assuming a typical GOP advantage in turnout. Even far in advance of the elections, the generic ballot has proven to yield reasonable insight into the U.S. House vote.More ...
Dems, GOP Poised for Tight 2010 Congressional Race

Dems, GOP Poised for Tight 2010 Congressional Race

October 7, 2009
Forty-six percent of registered voters say that if the elections for Congress were being held today, they would vote for the Democratic Party's candidate, and 44% say they would vote for the Republican Party's candidate.

Parties Nearly Tied for Congress in 2010

Voter preferences for Congress split 46% Democratic vs. 44% Republican

October 7, 2009
The Democrats are now barely ahead of the Republicans, 46% to 44%, in registered voters’ party preferences for next year’s congressional elections. That differs from the typical double-digit Democratic leads of the past two years. More independents now favor Republican than Democratic candidates.More ...
Many Say Healthcare Reform Will Affect Vote in 2010

Many Say Healthcare Reform Will Affect Vote in 2010

September 8, 2009
Americans remain split on the issue of healthcare reform, and almost two-thirds (64%) say their representative’s position on healthcare reform will be a major factor in their vote in the next congressional elections.
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