Surging Gingrich claims top spot in new GOP poll

Washington Times ^ | 11/22/2011 | Seth McLaughlin

[AngelesCrestHighway]

A national poll released Tuesday shows surging former House Speaker Newt Gingrich now at the front of the pack, with Mitt Romney running second. Mr. Gingrich received 26 percent, while Mr. Romney, the former governor of Massachusetts, received 22 percent, according to the new Quinnipiac University poll of more than 2,500 registered voters. The survey also found that businessman Herman Cain’s support has fallen off significantly since earlier this month, dropping from 30 percent to 14 percent. Texas Rep. Ron Paul and Texas Gov. Rick Perry were tied in a distant fourth place with 6 percent. “When it comes to the Republican horse race, the scenario hasn’t changed much over the past few months — just the players,” said Peter A. Brown, assistant director of the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute. “Speaker Newt Gingrich is the latest GOP contender to rise to the top, powered by conservatives who remain skeptical about Gov. Mitt Romney.”

[AngelesCrestHighway]

Obama would be clueless in any debate with Newt.

[RockinRight]

It’s almost worth it to nominate Newt warts and all just to see the debates w/Obama.

[Lady Lucky]

http://www.c-span.org/Events/Gingrich-Interviewed-by-New-Hampshire-Newspaper/10737425652/

On this page, off to the right, there’s a link to the full one-hour interview of Newt by the NH Union Leader.

[throwback]

When Newt releases his plan and milestone chart detailing the dismantling of the GSE’s, I'll take an interest in Newt.

[org.whodat]

And Rush reminds everyone in his audience that the game is not over, says Bachmann, Cain and santorium, all would be good conservative presidents.

[jneesy]

just cant do it...cannot sopport newt

[org.whodat]

Not voting for big government life long politician, not going to happen.

[manic4organic]

http://politicalderby.com/composite-poll/

[Signalman]

If Gingrich is the nominee, I think Obama will “call in sick” the night before each of the 3 debates.

[AngelesCrestHighway]

I agree with Rush, Any of them are 1000% better than the boy socialist...

[AngelesCrestHighway]

We could get a revolving door of candidates just to keep the whack left confused. I think its a great idea to showcase each one because all of them are only going to get stronger against Obango.

[OKSooner]

I’ve never been a big fan of Mr. Newt but I’d vote for his dog against what we have now.

[AngelesCrestHighway]

Agreed. Lets check them all out and pick the most conservative.

[Logic n' Reason]

just cant do it...cannot sopport newt

Good for you....good stand. Not many reasons given, but that isn't necessary.

Question: can you take THIS stand???

Come next November, with head held high, back ramrod straight, heart calm within your breast, tread firm and resolute, can you enter your polling place, and with the courage of your convictions, vote AGAINST the stain??

If you can take that stand, you - and others like you - just might save this nation.

[Gator113]

“Herman Cain’s support has fallen off significantly since earlier this month, dropping from 30 percent to 14 percent.”

[org.whodat]

The new papers will write the stories of obummer kicking butt in advance.

[MadelineZapeezda]

Sounds like Beck is rethinking Michele Bachmann....I think Rush too

[throwback]

I think Michele needs to be more self deprecating and show a sense of humor about herself. She comes off as arrogant to most people. I've preferred her all along because she always comes out of the box saying what she intends to cut. Many people on here just despise her though, and I suspect they'll get what they want; no Bachman, but the irony will be they won't get their choice either.

[Logical me]

If we get Newt the debate between him and King Obama will be a King Obama’s demise.

[varina davis]

A national poll released Tuesday shows surging former House Speaker Newt Gingrich now at the front of the pack, with Mitt Romney running second.

Mr. Gingrich received 26 percent, while Mr. Romney, the former governor of Massachusetts, received 22 percent, according to the new Quinnipiac University poll of more than 2,500 registered voters.

The survey also found that businessman Herman Cain’s support has fallen off significantly since earlier this month, dropping from 30 percent to 14 percent. Texas Rep. Ron Paul and Texas Gov. Rick Perry were tied in a distant fourth place with 6 percent.