I’ll let our polling experts discuss this, but generally, this is what counts. Not that the GOP is way out front in Texas or Left leads in California, but instead those 12 to 15 states that could turn one way or the other. If nothing else, this is a heartening bit of news. Now to hear from our resident experts to see what, if any, flaws this article contains.
I am a Beltway Expert.... I interpret this poll as.... ONLY Romney can defeat Obama...... {/s}
One thing not mentioned in the survey is the increase in electoral votes for some states, many of them southern (my state of Georgia picks-up additional seats) and this can make a difference in a close contest.
I would be interested in what the “conservatives” believe “conservatism” means. These polls all say there are far more voters claiming to be “conservatives” than “libs” but the actual voting generally belies that claim.