Tuesday, May 9, 2006

Riley enjoys 12 pt. lead over Baxley.

In the latest Rasmussen Reports poll of Alabama's gubernatorial race, Governor Bob Riley (R) now enjoys a twelve-point lead over Democratic Lt. Governor Lucy Baxley, 49% to 37%. In early April, Riley led 47% to 40%.
Riley leads Don Siegelman, 59% to 32%.
Baxley leads Moore, 47%-40%.
Moore defeats Siegelman 44%-43%

Governor Riley is viewed favorably by 69%. Baxley is viewed favorably by 58%, Moore by 52%.
Siegelman is viewed favorably by 41%, unfavorably by 55%; 31% have a Very Unfavorable view of him.

73% think that before policymakers tackle further immigration reform, the country should first secure her borders and enforce existing law.
62% don't think children of illegal aliens should receive citizenship automatically.
57% of Alabama voters say tax increases hurt the economy, 56% say tax cuts help the economy.