Pennsylvania: Bush with narrow lead

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Here is what Rasmussen Reports has to say about Pennsylvania.....

March 18, 2004--In Pennsylvania, as the election season begins, it's a toss-up. Massachusetts Senator John F. Kerry attracts 45% of the Pennsylvania vote while President George W. Bush has earned 44%.
 
Four years ago, Bush lost to Al Gore by five percentage points in Pennsylvania. This polling data suggests that the state is clearly in play during Election 2004.

Kerry leads among the state's women voters by seven points while Bush holds a five-point advantage among the men.

Fifty-four percent (54%) of all Pennsylvania voters approve of the way Bush has performed his role as President. Forty-five percent (45%) disapprove.

Forty-three percent (43%) of Pennsylvania voters give the President good or excellent ratings for his handling of the economy. Fifteen percent (15%) say he is doing a fair job in this area while 41% say poor.