POLL: Katherine Harris Beats Bill Nelson -- Leads 54% to 45%

Electharriss ^ | October 2006 | Staff

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TAMPA, FL- Congresswoman Katherine Harris, the Republican candidate for the United States Senate, soundly defeated Bill Nelson this evening by a 54% to 45% margin in the straw poll conducted at the Lakeland Bi-Annual Politics in the Park. The Harris campaign continues to build momentum, engendering tremendous grassroots support throughout the state with a pro-growth, pro-family message that resonates across the political spectrum.

Congresswoman Harris commented, “I appreciate the strong support of a majority of voters who are disillusioned with Bill Nelson’s lack of leadership and his record of voting against Florida’s best interests. I will fight for Florida in the United States Senate.”

The Lakeland Bi-Annual Politics in the Park straw poll illustrates the widespread support that exists for Harris’ consistent message of cutting taxes, eliminating wasteful spending, protecting the institution of marriage and opposing amnesty for illegal citizens. Congresswoman Katherine Harris is the only candidate with a demonstrated record of leadership who will fight for Florida’s values in the U.S. Senate.

Katherine Harris, the Republican Candidate for the United States Senate, currently serves as the Representative for Florida’s 13th Congressional District. After receiving a Masters in Public Policy from Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, she continued a distinguished career in public service to her native state that began in the State Senate and as Florida’s last elected Secretary of State. She resides in Longboat Key with her husband Anders Ebbeson and his 24-year-old daughter, Louise along with the constituents of District thirteen.

[marc costanzo]

>>The picture of her on the horse did it.<<

- - - NO ! - - -

But pictures like that one did seem to help motivate members on this forum :-)

[marc costanzo]

>>It's not a poll. A straw poll is not a poll.<<

A poll is a poll is a poll (but not a POLE :-) . . . .

"The only Poll that really counts, is the one at the Ballot Box" - - Truman

[marc costanzo]

>>Watch how fast the Party runs back to her if this is truly the case. Pathetic concerning the Republican Party, but I'm glad for Rep. Harris!<<

Not nearly as glad as I am :-)

[marc costanzo]

>>We'd rather see Harris naked.<<

Oh come now, let's be respectable, lets be serious .

I and all of Katherine's fans and friends, would rather see her winning this election - - that sight will be far more rewarding . .

[marc costanzo]

>>It was a straw poll for cryin' out loud. Did you not read that part of it, or do you think Katherine "fixed" the straw poll?

Anything can happen in a straw poll, but it is a good sign.
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A recent poll a few days ago tends to confirm this chnage in fortunes for Rep Katherine Harris .

It is a good sign !

[marc costanzo]

>>Lakeland is the largest city in Polk County, which went for President Bush in 2004 by about 60% - 40%. Plus, Harris' father, who recently passed away, was a huge mover and shaker in Polk business and politics. If Katherine Harris couldn't win a majority of a vote here, she's truly sunk.
<<

Had to throw in a little bit of cynicism did we ?

Though I do not live in Florida, I bet you exaggerate .

[marc costanzo]

>>Mark my words, the Republicans pick up seats in the House and Senate.<<

I hate to be a downer here, but I have to warn you all against excessive optimism . .

[marc costanzo]

It's still four weeks to election day, but I think we may just 'ramjet' to victory :-)

[marc costanzo]

>>If Harris wins, I'll gladly take a swim in the La Brea tar pits. <<

You may just end up doing that !

[marc costanzo]

>>http://theledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061009/COLUMNISTS0502/610090374/1106/NEWS

This is the way it was explained in the Lakeland Ledger. I wish it were the case that she was way ahead, but I don't think so.<<

The advertisement at the top of that page is by a Democrat .

Beyond that, what is 'scientific' about an opinion survey anyway ?

They survey maybe 500 people or so out of a target population of millions - and that is supposed to be reliable ?

We are so mesmerized by that word 'science' . .

For right now, she probably is not ahead of Nelson, but neither is he likely to have more than a 50% approval rating himself, in general public opinion .

I do not live in Florida, but I have been following this race for Senate since the Summer of 2005 - - Nelson does not motivate people at all .

Most will vote along party lines, and Republican Voters outnumber the DemoCRATS in Florida, I believe .

[onyx]

VOTE for Katherine Harris! BTTT

[marc costanzo]

If I lived in Florida, I certainly would ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

[onyx]

Elect Katherine Harris US Senator!

[onyx]

Me too! :)

[marc costanzo]

VOTE FOR KATHERINE HARRIS

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Vote For Katherine Harris

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BTTT

[napscoordinator]

Greetings to you in Seoul Korea. I left there last year after almost four years. I loved it! Keep safe over there.

[napscoordinator]

I wish there were no polls. If they are not accurate than why pay people to have them. We always criticize polls except when they go our way. Why is that? If we had no polls than I believe that Republicans would do even better.

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[onyx]

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Nothing here in Pensacola either. It's very puzzling.