Posted on 01/19/2012 9:14:19 AM PST by DestroyLiberalism
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has now surged ahead of Mitt Romney in the final Rasmussen Reports survey of the South Carolina Republican Primary race with the vote just two days away.
The latest telephone survey of Likely GOP Primary Voters in the state finds Gingrich with 33% support to Romney’s 31%. Two days ago, before the last debate, it was Romney by 14 percentage points.
Texas Congressman Ron Paul now runs third with 15% of the vote, followed by former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum at 11%. Paul's support is steady while Santorum's support has dropped five points since Monday. At the beginning of the month, just after Santorum’s strong showing in the Iowa caucuses, he ran second to Romney with 24% of the vote.
Texas Governor Rick Perry continues to run last with two percent (2%) support. He has dropped out of the race today and endorsed Gingrich. One percent (1%) of likely primary voters like some other candidate in the contest, and six percent (6%) remain undecided. (To see survey question wording, click here.)
The new findings come following Gingrich’s strong performance in a debate in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Monday night. Sarah Palin also signaled support for Gingrich which could have a significant impact in South Carolina. Two years ago, her endorsement of Nikki Haley transformed the race for governor. Ironically, now that Haley is governor, she has endorsed Romney while Palin is backing Gingrich for the moment.
The candidates will debate again in South Carolina this evening.
The race for the Republican presidential nomination is now nearly even nationally with Romney still on top with 30% support but Gingrich just three points behind at 27%. Santorum who was running second has dropped to 15%.
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Two days ago, before the last debate, it was Romney by 14 percentage points.
Wow, that is some movement!!
Nah. It was chosen for her. Just another useful idiot.
The voters will decide which candidates drop out. Well, that’s the way it should be. Guess I’m just dreaming.
Today Mitt has a big lead in Florida. I suspect that it will be dropping soon after the South Carolina primary.
The media and the White House wanT Romney to be the nominee for the Republican Party. That is all you need to know about Romney. HE IS THE WRONG CHOICE FOR THE GOOD GUYS.
LOL....Rove is on it...
Captain RINO
Let’s go Newt !
PING! PING! PING!!!!!!!
Loks like her bitterness has taken it’s poll inside and out. Does she have a drinking problem?
With Perry out after giving his endorsement to Newt, woo hoo!
Don’t stop dreaming. I am SICK of the media/Mittens/Obama/Libs picking for us! Stand up and fight people!!
Which is why Marianne is coming in to save the day.
What happens in Virginia if Romney is no longer in the lead? Does Paul debate himself?
Election 2012: South Carolina Republican PrimarySouth Carolina: Gingrich 33%, Romney 31%, Paul 15%
Thursday, January 19, 2012 Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has now surged ahead of Mitt Romney in the final Rasmussen Reports survey of the South Carolina Republican Primary race with the vote just two days away. The latest telephone survey of Likely GOP Primary Voters in the state finds Gingrich with 33% support to Romney’s 31%. Two days ago, before the last debate, it was Romney by 14 percentage points. Texas Congressman Ron Paul now runs third with 15% of the vote, followed by former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum at 11%. Paul's support is steady while Santorum's support has dropped five points since Monday. At the beginning of the month, just after Santorum’s strong showing in the Iowa caucuses, he ran second to Romney with 24% of the vote. |
Another RAT trap used by the old media against any opponent of the obamugabe. Robert is so proud of his little bo.
Otherwise... poor Newt! LOL
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That shouldn't be a problem for Paul.
Good news!
To be honest, it pains me to say this but I was a HUGE Santorum supporter and still would like him to be President someday, but it is Newt’s to lose and the least I can do is support him. Santorum would be a great VP or something. I just hope he does not do too much damage to their friendship these last few days....I don’t think he will. Even if he sits this out, he is only 53 and has plenty of time. Going for Senator of Pennsylvania against Casey in a rematch in November would be helpful.
You Paultards are so out of touch with reality.
Oh my! Not only Newt in the lead but Santorum below Paul? Just wow!
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