Response by Stephen Salmore

George Geist’s strong showing in the 4^th district reflects both his strong personal following and Democratic voters’ lack of enthusiasm for Governor McGreevey. He has used his more than decade of service in the legislature to achieve almost universal name recognition and high favorability. Madden, although fairly well known because of his own public service, cannot match Geist’s numbers. And in addition, is hurt by the lack of enthusiasm for the Democratic governor and his administration by Democratic voters in the district.

see also:
Survey Analysis
Thigpen's Analysis
Tabular Results
Survey Details

Comment by Fairleigh Dickinson University Research Professor of Political Science, Stephen Salmore (Ph.D., Princeton University). Steve specializes in both national and New Jersey politics and presently operates Raritan Associates, Inc. He is co-author of Parties, Elections and Campaigns and New Jersey Government and Politics. Dr. Stephen Salmore can be reached at 973-292-3633.