Republican Response

On the theory that “rising tides lift all ships,” it is time for Democrats in New Jersey to start rooting for George Bush.  It is true that Governor Corzine's numbers are, at the moment, a bit stronger than the President's.  By most standards, however, the Governor's numbers are only fair at best.  If, as expected, Governor Corzine proposes new taxes to address the State budget deficit, he can expect a rapid erosion of his numbers, especially with the public in such an ornery mood.  If, however, the overall political environment improves due to the strengthening economy and better news from Iraq, not only will George Bush's numbers move up but Governor Corzine could build a cushion for his austere budget proposals.

see also:
Survey Analysis
Democratic Analysis
Tabular Results
Survey Details

Comment by Fairleigh Dickinson University's PublicMind Academic Associate Michael P. Torpey (J.D., Seton Hall University School of Law). Michael is a former Chief of Staff to Governor Christine Todd Whitman and served as New Jersey Director of Campaign Operations for Bush-Cheney '04. Michael Torpey, Esq., can be reached at 609-394-0888.