2008 Presidential Election: Game Thread

[NewYorkExpress]

Disney World-Magic Kingdom


While I'm disappointed in my third place finish here in Florida, I know I campaigned my heart out here. Now, It's time to think about the future for me, and I'm well aware the chances for me to win the nomination have slipped badly. As such I am suspending my campaign for President effective immediately. As I seem to have hinted in Florida, it's time to break the highest glass ceiling in this country, and with only one woman left in this race, who I'm endorsing is clear. I endorse Blanche Lincoln for President, not just because of her gender, but because as Joe Biden's Vice-Presidential nominee four years ago, she's been through the fires. she's handled the madness of a general election. She'll be the nominee and she'll defeat President Giuliani in November, I believe it.

[NHI]

Clinton Suspends Campaign -- Endorses Blanche Lincoln

The race for the Democratic Nomination is down to Evan Bayh and Blanche Lincoln. Hillary Clinton ended her bid and endorsed Lincoln after the New York Senator placed third in Florida. Bayh, who won he Florida Primary has been gaining momentum in recent weeks and with a head-to-head matchup the race should get very interesting. Pundits believe Bayh will need to offer a strong contrast with Lincoln and define his candidacy and why he is the best bet for the Democrats in defeating President Giuliani.

Lincoln has seen her stock rise recently and now being the only female candidate in the race there will be some strong efforts to nominate her; the trick for her will be winning over the Democratic base.

Giuliani: 49%

Bayh: 47%

Giuliani: 49%

Lincoln: 46%

[NHI]

Democratic Nomination Poll: January 30, 2008 (Bayh +6

Evan Bayh: 44%
Blanche Lincoln: 38%
Undecided: 18%

Super Tuesday Polls:

Alabama: Lincoln +13
Lincoln: 50%
Evan Bayh: 37%

Alaska: Lincoln +1
Lincoln: 43%
Bayh:    42%

American Samoa: Bayh +3
Bayh: 41%
Lincoln: 38%

Arizona: Bayh +1
Bayh: 44%
Lincoln: 43%

Arkansas: Lincoln+34
Lincoln: 64%
Bayh:    30%

California: Bayh+4
Bayh: 46%
Lincoln: 42%

Colorado: Bayh+1
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 46%

Connecticut: Bayh+2
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 45%

Delaware: Bayh+7
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 40%

Georgia: Lincoln+9
Lincoln: 49%
Bayh: 40%

Idaho: Lincoln+1
Lincoln: 46%
Bayh:  45%

Illinois: Bayh +2
Bayh: 46%
Lincoln: 44%

Indiana: Bayh+46
Bayh: 69%
Lincoln: 23%

Massachusetts: Tied
Bayh:   43%
Lincoln: 43%

Minnesota: Bayh +2
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 45%

Missouri: Lincoln+7
Lincoln: 47
Bayh: 40%

New Jersey: Bayh +3
Bayh:   46%
Lincoln: 43%

New Mexico: Bayh+3
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 44%

New York: Tied
Bayh: 45%
Lincoln: 45%

North Dakota: Lincoln+8
Lincoln: 49%
Bayh: 41%

Oklahoma: Lincoln+14
Lincoln: 50%
Bayh: 36%

Tennessee: Lincon+10
Lincoln: 49%
Bayh: 39%

Utah: Bayh+5
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 43%

[badgate]

OOC: I'll echo RNG and ask what are the states in the first Super Tuesday? All of these?

[badgate]

MEDIA ADVISORY

Blanche has just spoken to both Sen. Bay and Sen. Clinton on the phone following the results of this primary being called. She will take the stage in sixteen minutes. All media outlets be advised to have cameras ready to go live on Lincoln in sixteen minutes.

[NHI]

OOC: I'll echo RNG and ask what are the states in the first Super Tuesday? All of these?

Oh yes, sorry.
All are Super Tuesday I

[badgate]

Election Night Rally, Lincoln Campaign, in Miami, FL


Thank you! What a night! Wow, they said we were down but we showed them! It is a testament to the historic movement behind this campaign that you took a distant third and made it a very close second place finish! That is the movement that will carry us to the finish line and bring this country together again.

I want to first thank Senator Bayh, for the tough competition he provided us here in Florida. Competition is important in a primary; we need it to know that we are nominating the right woman for the job. (laughter at "woman")

And my sister, Hillary. I want to thank you, Hillary, for the years and tireless public service you provided. For being a leader that millions of little girls here in America; billions across the globe could look up to and admire. You've always been someone I could admire for your tireless work to remind us all that women's rights are human rights now and forever. I am honored to be receiving your endorsement tonight.

So tonight, the pundits have yet another new story to tell. And whether we listen or not they're gonna talk and talk...it's what they do. Pay no mind to the jeering factions of the media who say a woman can't do it. Pay no mind to the prognosticators that want to make their bones slicing Americans into groups of 'special interest.' You're all of special interest to me! I didn't run this campaign for high-dollar donors or lobbyists on Wall Street and K Street. I ran it for you. For the single parent working every day because the child support check won't come, so you know you have to do it all. For the parents that go to sleep in the cold so their children can share the space heater. For the schools in disrepair and the professions with no mobility or rising wages...that is why I am here fighting, that is why I will keep fighting, that is why this race is far from over!

Earlier this week in Miami...heh, has anyone seen the shirt? A supporter made a Wu Tang Clan shirt with my name on the logo. They gave it to me as a gift and what was written on the back...you won't believe it. No pundit could put this campaign so simply and so perfectly. But Wu Tang and this supporter were able to. What it said on the back of the shirt was simple, and true: "Blanche Lincoln is for the children." *cheers*

Thank you all! Bless you and your families! And remember that everything we do: it's for the children!

[NHI]

Gallup Tracking Poll: January 30, 2008

Rudy Giuliani: 44% (+2)

Blanche Lincoln: 42%

Michael Bloomberg: 5%
Jesse Ventura: 2%

Rudy Giuliani: 44% (+1)

Evan Bayh: 43%

Michael Bloomberg: 5%
Jesse Ventura: 2%

Average: R+1.5

Rudy Giuliani: 44.0%

Generic Democrat: 42.5%

Michael Bloomberg: 5.0%
Jesse Ventura: 2.0%

[badgate]

Lincoln Endorsements

Massachusetts Senator Ted Kennedy


New York Senator Chuck Schumer


Former President Bill Clinton


San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom


Illinois Senator Dick Durbin


Boston Mayor Thomas Menino


Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano


Arizona Rep. Gabrielle Giffords

[badgate]

Lincoln Campaign Schedule
ENDORSEMENT TOUR

January 30 Illinois
-10:00am - Press Conference in Chicago with Attorney General Lisa Madigan AG Lisa Madigan endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-12:30pm - Guest of Honor at Illinois Bar Association Lunchein, w/ AG Lisa Madigan in Chicago
-2:00pm - Fly to Peoria
-3:15pm - Rally in Peoria, w/ Sen. Dick Durbin Senator Dick Durbin endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-6:00pm - Press Conference in Springfield with House Speaker Michael Madigan House Speaker Madigan endorses Blanche Lincoln for President

January 31 New York & Massachusetts
-9:00am - Press Conference on steps of New York City Hall, w/ Sen. Hillary Clinton & Sen. Chuck Schumer Senators Clinton and Schumer endorse Blanche Lincoln for President
-11:30am - Fly to Albany
-1:00pm - Rally in Albany, w/ Sens. Clinton & Schumer
-3:00pm - Fly to Boston
-4:30pm - Press Conference at Boston City Hall, w/ Mayor Tom Menino Mayor Tom Menino endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-7:00pm - Rally in Worcester, w/ Sen. Ted Kennedy Senator Ted Kennedy endorses Blanche Lincoln for President

February 1 Arizona & New Mexico
-9:30am - Press Conference in Santa Fe, w/ Mayor David Coss Mayor David Coss endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-10:45am - Town Hall in Santa Fe, w/ Mayor Coss
-1:00pm - Rally in Albuquerque, w/ Mayor Martin Chávez Mayor Martin Chávez endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-2:15pm - Town Hall in South Valley, w/ Mayor Chávez
-3:45pm - Fly to Phoenix
-5:30pm - Press Conference in Phoenix, w/ Gov. Janet Napolitano Gov. Janet Napolitano endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-7:00pm - Evening Fundraiser in Phoenix, w/ Gov. Napolitano & Rep. Giffords

February 2 Arizona & California
-9:00am - Press Conference in Tucson, w/ Rep. Gabrielle Giffords Rep. Gabrielle Giffords endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-10:45am - Fly to San Diego
-12:00pm - Rally in San Diego, w/ Former AG Bill Lockyer Former AG Bill Lockyer endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-3:15pm - Press Conference in Los Angeles, w/ Sen. Dianne Feinstein Senator Dianne Feinstein endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-6:30pm - Rally in San Francisco, w/ Mayor Gavin Newsom Mayor Gavin Newsom endorses Blanche Lincoln for President

February 3 California, Arizona & New Mexico
-9:45am - Press Conference in Sacramento, w/ Lt. Governor John Garamendi Lt. Governor John Garamendi endorses Blanche Lincoln
-11:00am - Fly to Flagstaff, AZ
-1:00pm - Rally in Flagstaff, w/ former Gov. Bruce Babbitt Governor Bruce Babbitt endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-2:45pm - Fly to Las Cruces
-4:45pm - Rally in Las Cruces, w/ former Lt. Gov. Roberto Mondragon Lt. Gov. Roberto Mondragon endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-7:00pm - Satellite interviews with Albuquerque, Santa Fe evening news

February 4 Illinois
-9:30am - Filming interview with Oprah Winfrey for Oprah show, to be aired that evening. Oprah Winfrey endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-12:30pm - Town Hall in Joliet, w/ House Speaker Michael Madigan
-2:00pm - Meet & Greet in Naperville, w/ Sen. Dick Durbin
-4:45pm - Town Hall in Rockford, w/ House Speaker Michael Madigan
-7:45pm - Rally in Waukesha, w/ Sen. Dick Durbin

February 5 New York & Massachusetts
-8:00am - Live on the Today Show in NYC
-10:00am - Rally in Brooklyn, w/ frmr. President Bill Clinton President Bill Clinton endorses Blanche Lincoln for President
-11:30am - Fly to Buffalo
-1:00pm - Rally in Buffalo, w/ Frmr. President Bill Clinton & Sen. Hillary Clinton
-2:30pm - Fly to Springfield
-4:15pm - Rally in Springfield, w/ Sen. Ted Kennedy & Pres. Bill Clinton
-6:00pm - Town Hall in Chicopee
-7:45pm - Rally in Northampton, w/ Sen. Ted Kennedy

[badgate]

OOC: Is 2/5 the first Super Tuesday?

[Former Lincoln Assemblyman & Lt. Gov. RGN]

Sunshine Victory

AmericanAirlines Arena, Florida (Jan 30, 2008)

First of all, thank you for all who made this win possible.

I would like to thank Senator Clinton and Senator Lincoln for their warmest regards.

This would not be the end but this is only the beginning of the change I'm telling you! We have the BIG MOWe will do our best to show a brighter America to the next generations to come. A strong America cannot be achieved without you. This is not only my turn, but it is also yours to make your move. It is a chance for you to make this country moving again!

For Senator Lincoln, I wish you a godspeed, and Senator Clinton has been one of the candidates who shown courage and strength during this campaign, doing a superb job!

Once again, Thank You and God Bless the United States of America!

[NHI]

OOC: Is 2/5 the first Super Tuesday?

Yes it is

[DKrol]

Rudy Giuliani Campaign Schedule for Jan. 30th-Feb. 5th, 2008

President Giuliani's 2008 Campaign Staff
Honorary Co-Chairmen: Dick Cheney and Tim Pawlenty
Campaign Manager: Mary Matalin
Chief of Staff: Joe Allbaugh
Press Secretary: Dana Perino
Finance Director: Fred Malek
Chief Pollsters: Neil Newhouse and Bill McInturff

January 30th, 2008; Washington
-- Presidential Duties
-- Meeting with the Joint Chiefs of Staff

January 31st, 2008; Washington
-- Presidential Duties
-- Cabinet Meeting

February 1st, 2008; Washington
-- Presidential Duties
-- Meeting with RNC Leadership

February 2nd, 2008; Washington
-- Presidential Duties
-- Meeting with the National Security Council

February 3rd, 2008; Washington
-- Presidential Duties
-- Host dinner with all living former Presidents

February 4th, 2008; Washington
-- Presidential Duties
-- Host dinner with all living former Vice Presidents

February 5th, 2008; Washington
-- Presidential Duties
-- Meeting with Congressional Committee Chairs

[badgate]

Surrogates

People:
Rep. James Clyburn (D-SC) - GOTV in Georgia
Sen. Joe Biden (D-DE) - GOTV in Massachusetts
Sen. John Edwards (D-NC) - GOTV in Illinois
Sen. Dan Mongiardo (D-KY) - GOTV in Illinois
Gov. Joe Manchin III (D-WV) - GOTV in Illinois
Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-CA) GOTV in California
Gov. Jodi Rell (R-CT) - GOTV in Connecticut
Gov. John Baldacci (D-ME) - GOTV in Massachusetts
Rep. Debbie Wasserman-Schultz (D-FL) - GOTV in Minnesota
Gov. Brian Schweitzer (D-MT) - GOTV in New Mexico
Rep. James Matheson (D-UT) - GOTV in New Mexico
Gov. Brad Henry (D-OK) - GOTV in Arizona
Rep. Jesse Jackson, Jr. (D-IL) - GOTV in Illinois
Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA) - GOTV in California
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) - GOTV in Minnesota
Barbara Ann Radnofsky (D-TX) - GOTV in New Mexico
State Sen. Vincent Sheheen (D-SC) - GOTV in Georgia
Frmr. Gov. Jim Hodges (D-SC) - GOTV in Missouri
Gov. Chet Culver (D-IA) - GOTV in Minnesota
Gov. Ken Salazar (D-CO) - GOTV in Colorado
Sen. Carl Levin (D-MI) GOTV in Minnesota
Gov. Mark Warner (D-VA) GOTV in New York
Rep. John Conyers (D-MI) GOTV in Minnesota
Rep. Alcee Hastings (D-FL) GOTV in New Mexico
Oprah Winfrey (D-IL) GOTV in Illinois/New York
Frmr. VP Al Gore (D-TN) GOTV in California
Frmr. Arizona Governor Bruce Babbit (D-AZ) GOTV in Arizona
Frmr. New Mexico Lt. Gov. Roberto Mondragon (D-NM) GOTV in New Mexico
Jesse Jackson (D-IL) GOTV in Illinois
Former California Attorney General Bill Lockyer (D-CA) GOTV in California
Santa Fe Mayor David Coss (D-NM) GOTV in New Mexico
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan (D-IL) GOTV in Illinois
Former Georgia Senator Sam Nunn (D-GA) GOTV in California
Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chávez (D-NM) GOTV in New Mexico
California Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) GOTV in California
California Lt. Governor John Garamendi (D-CA) GOTV in California
Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-IL) GOTV in Illinois
Senator Ted Kennedy (D-MA) GOTV in Masschusetts
Senator Hillary Clinton (D-NY) GOTV in New York
Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) GOTV in New York
Former President Bill Clinton (D-AR) GOTV in New York
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom (D-CA) GOTV in San Francisco
Illinos Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) GOTV in Illinois
Boston Mayor Thomas Menino (D-MA) GOTV in Boston
Gov. Janet Napolitano (D-AZ) GOTV in Arizona
Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) GOTV in Arizona

Organizations:
NOW - Airing Radio Ads targeting women likely to vote in Democrat primaries, in support of Blanche Lincoln
Planned Parenthood - Airing a TV ad focusing on Lincoln's support of women breaking glass ceilings in New York, New Mexico, Massachusetts, Colorado, California, & Arizona; Sending 20 paid canvassers to Illinois for GOTV
NAACP - Airing TV spots in New York, California, and Illinois targeting African American support and turnout.
American Federation of Teachers - Sending mailers promoting Lincoln's 5-point anti-poverty agenda and support for women in leadership roles, in the states of NY, MA, NM, CO, AZ, CA, IL, & MN
League of Women Voters - Organizing volunteer canvassers in California, New York, Illinois, & Arizona GOTV
Southern Poverty Law Center - Sending mailers in MN, NM, IL, CA, NY, MA, & AZ
AFLCIO - Spread 50 paid canvassers to AZ, CO, IL, MA, & MN (10 each)
Service Employees International Union - Airing TV ad in California for union voter support for Lincoln

[Former Lincoln Assemblyman & Lt. Gov. RGN]

I will post on Monday. Fever's the reason.

[badgate]

TV Ad: The Time Is Now

 

[LINCOLN voice over over photos of her as a young girl, photo of MLK, photos of protestors people in voting booths, Americana and Blanche with her husband and children smiling]

LINCOLN: I remember, as a little girl, being inspired by the words of Dr. Martin Luther King. I remember his rhetoric of 'the fierce urgency of now.'

Well, 'now' is here. The time is now. We can't wait another second to let power continue to reside in the hands of the chosen few who lock out millions of Americans from the political process.

[photo of EVAN BAYH and RUDY GIULIANI side by side]

[Camera now goes to LINCOLN speaking to the camera]

LINCOLN: All Americans, regardless of race or religion or age, are entitled to a transparent government that works for them. That hasn't been what we've gotten from our government lately.

Super Tuesday is on February 5th. Help us change the course of our nation so that it works for everyone. Visit voteforblanche.com for a fast and easy briefing on how to vote in your state's primary. Don't wait; the time is now.

TV Ad: For The Children

[Camera shows LINCOLN speaking to a 3rd grade class, sitting at a computer with a young student showing them how it works, and helping out at a food bank while LINCOLN's voiceover plays]

LINCOLN: I usually shy away from the spotlight. Four years ago I almost turned down Vice President on Joe Biden's ticket for that very reason. The people that convinced me otherwise? My children.

My children have been the guiding light throughout my time in public service. It's because of them that I was inspired to focus on putting more information technology in classrooms at The Gates Foundation.

When I say I will raise the minimum wage, it's not for the endorsement of some union. It's for the children.

When I call for universal access to health care, it's not for the donations of Hospital CEOs. It's for the children.

And as President, when I do what it takes to protect America from terrorism and agents against democracy, it's not for Haliburton or Dick Cheney's pocketbook. It's for the children.

That's who I am. That's why I'm running. That's why it's time to join me in this historic movement. Visit voteforblanche.com for the easiest way to find your polling place on Super Tuesday. Thank you, and we'll see you at the polls.

[Text on Screen: BLANCHE LINCOLN IS FOR THE CHILDREN]

[NHI]

Gallup Tracking Poll: Democratic Nomination (Bayh +3)

Evan Bayh: 45%

Blanche Lincoln: 42%

[Former Lincoln Assemblyman & Lt. Gov. RGN]

I'm really serious about this. I'm feeling well, but my laptop now isn't. I have no options but to get it repaired. Can this be extended until Tuesday, 11:59 AM EST?

[NHI]

I'm really serious about this. I'm feeling well, but my laptop now isn't. I have no options but to get it repaired. Can this be extended until Tuesday, 11:59 AM EST?

Completely understandable, this is a bigger one anyway - so I'll push it to Tuesday at 11:59pm. EST.

Best,
NHI

[NHI]

Blanche or Evan?

When Democratic Primary voters head to the polls on Super Tuesday they are to pick from two candidates: Former Arkansas Senator and 2004 Vice Presidential Candidate Blanche Lincoln or Indiana Senator Evan Bayh. Both could be identified as moderates; coming from traditionally Republican states, but currently they working to woo voters in a primary electorate that are more liberal than the one they will have to face come November. However, both seemed to have staked out a reasonable position in the sacred middle, a spot President Rudy Giuliani is currently hanging onto -- and a spot most politicians strive to reach, especially when it comes to running for the highest office in the land.

For Lincoln, the choice in her candidacy is twofold. First, the obvious, by the very nature of her candidacy she would be the first woman to lead a major party ticket with a serious shot at winning the White House. (Current polls put her in a close race with Giuliani). The second is not as obvious. Despite, foregoing a reelection run in Arkansas and embarking on an ultimately failed run as Vice President four years earlier Lincoln is a fighter. No one expected her to become a major player in the Democratic primary - let alone a serious contender, but as it is often seen in presidential primary general convention is often diminished or dismissed.

The challenge for Lincoln now is to hold onto her momentum and build on it.

Birch Evan Bayh, II comes from a powerful political family in Indiana. His father Birch Bayh, served as Senator from 1963-1981 and ran for President himself in 1976, but lost to eventual nominee and winner Jimmy Carter. The younger Bayh started his career serving as Secretary of State, before becoming Governor where he served for two terms, winning decisively both times. He would late serve in the Senate -- again winning by landslides. Bayh is considered a moderate Democrat -- or a Bluedog Democrat, as some have called it and is arguably more center-right than even his rival Blanche Lincoln. He tried to woo Democratic Primary and arguably successfully - given he has won both Michigan and Florida - but when self-identified liberals are asked about his candidacy the response is very much the same: "Nice, dependable, but no spark".

Bayh's perceived weakness in the primary may turn out to be his greatest strength in the general. Presenting himself as a competent, one who has both legislative and executive experience. Plus, hailing from a red state like Indiana does not hurt him either. But for Bayh his ability to stress substance and policy may prove useful. In a head to head match up against Giuliani he only trails the President by two points a margin that will likely shrink.

"Evan Bayh can stand on the same stage as President Giuliani and go toe-to-toe with him," Democratic Strategist Donna Brazile said in a comment. "He can check off the Presidential credentials. What remains if he can articulate a Democratic vision for America."

To defeat Giuliani, many pundits believe, will require talking about America's future and the candidate who can best articulate that vision will succeed. "It's very simple and it's often overstated or perhaps understated," said former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich. "Elections are always about the future, but in this election most of all since things are going relatively well in the country, it won't be enough to say make this a referendum and reelect me, with a Democratic Party that's been out of power for nearly eight years they are going to really make a push for this one."

On February 5th, millions of votes will be cast and perhaps a clear winner will emerge. Four years ago, Super Tuesday produced a mixed result on the Democratic side, but affirmed Giuliani as the Republican nominee. A protracted primary many argue will likely hurt the Democrat's chances going into the fall. "They need to make their voices heard, but we cannot drag this thing out forever," Brazile said. "There's too much at stake."

Democratic Nomination Poll: PPP February 2008

Evan Bayh: 45%
Blanche Lincoln: 45%

General Election Poll: PPP February 2008

Rudy Giuliani: 48% (+2)

Evan Bayh: 46%

Rudy Giuliani: 49% (+3)

Blanche Lincoln: 46%

Four-way Race: PPP February 2008

Rudy Giuliani: 45%

Evan Bayh: 43%

Michael Bloomberg: 4%
Jesse Ventura: 2%

Rudy Giuliani: 44%

Blanche Lincoln: 42%

Michael Bloomberg: 5%
Jesse Ventura: 2%

[NHI]

Super Tuesday Polls: PPP February 1, 2008

Alabama: Lincoln +12
Lincoln: 51%
Evan Bayh: 39%

Alaska: Lincoln +1
Lincoln: 47%
Bayh:    46%

American Samoa: Bayh +3
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 44%

Arizona: Tied
Bayh: 46%
Lincoln: 46%

Arkansas: Lincoln+36
Lincoln: 66%
Bayh:    30%

California: Bayh+3
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 44%

Colorado: Tied
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 47%

Connecticut: Bayh+3
Bayh: 50%
Lincoln: 47%

Delaware: Bayh+8
Bayh: 50%
Lincoln: 42%

Georgia: Lincoln+10
Lincoln: 50%
Bayh: 40%

Idaho: Lincoln+3
Lincoln: 50%
Bayh:  47%

Illinois: Bayh +2
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 45%

Indiana: Bayh+49
Bayh: 73%
Lincoln: 24%

Massachusetts: Lincoln+1
Lincoln: 48%
Bayh:   47%

Minnesota: Bayh +2
Bayh: 48%
Lincoln: 46%

Missouri: Lincoln+6
Lincoln: 48%
Bayh: 42%

New Jersey: Bayh +2
Bayh:   48%
Lincoln: 46%

New Mexico: Bayh+2
Bayh: 46%
Lincoln: 44%

New York: Tied
Lincoln: 46%
Bayh:   46%

North Dakota: Lincoln+8
Lincoln: 50%
Bayh: 42%

Oklahoma: Lincoln+17
Lincoln: 53%
Bayh: 36%

Tennessee: Lincon+10
Lincoln: 51%
Bayh: 41%

Utah: Bayh+3
Bayh: 47%
Lincoln: 44%

[NHI]

Battleground States: Super Tuesday

Alaska:


PPP: Lincoln: 47% Bayh: 46%

Gallup: Lincoln: 48% Bayh: 47%

NBC/WSJ: Lincoln: 47% Bayh: 46%


Arizona:

PPP: Lincoln: 46% Bayh: 46%

Gallup: Lincoln: 47% Bayh: 46%

NBC/WSJ: Lincoln: 48% Bayh: 48%


California:

PPP: Bayh: 49% Lincoln: 46%

Gallup: Bayh: 48% Lincoln: 45%

NBC/WSJ:  Bayh: 47% LIncoln: 44%


Colorado:

PPP: Bayh: 47% Lincoln: 47%

Gallup: Bayh: 48% Lincoln: 47%

NBC/WSJ: Lincoln: 49% Bayh: 48%


Illinois:

PPP: Bayh: 47% Lincoln: 45%

Gallup: Bayh: 49% Lincoln: 45%

NBC/WSJ: BayH: 49% Lincoln: 46%


Massachusetts:

PPP: Lincoln: 48% Bayh: 47%

Gallup: Lincoln: 48% Bayh: 48%

NBC/WSJ: Lincoln: 47% Bayh: 47%


Minnesota:

PPP: Bayh: 48% Lincoln: 46%

Gallup: Bayh: 47% Lincoln: 45%

NBC/WSJ: Bayh: 48% Lincoln: 47%


New Jersey:

PPP: Bayh: 48% Lincoln: 46%

Gallup: Bayh: 50% Lincoln: 47%

NBC/WSJ: Bayh: 48% Lincoln: 47%


New Mexico:

PPP: Bayh: 48% Lincoln: 46%

Gallup: Bayh: 49% Lincoln: 46%

NBC/WSJ: Bayh: 48% Lincoln: 47%


New York:

PPP: Lincoln: 46% Bayh: 46%

Gallup: Lincoln: 47% Bayh: 47%

NBC/WSJ: Lincoln: 47% Bayh: 46%

Home state Polls:

Arkansas:

PPP: Lincoln: 66% Bayh: 30%

Gallup: Lincoln: 68% Bayh: 30%

NBC/WSJ: Lincoln: 67% Bayh: 31%


Indiana:

PPP: Bayh: 73% Lincoln: 24%

Gallup: Bayh: 75% Lincoln: 22%

NBC/WSJ: Bayh: 75% Lincoln: 24%

[badgate]

DEAN'S BACK!

Statement from Blanche Lincoln Campaign

We are thrilled to welcome former Vermont Governor, and Lincoln supporter Howard Dean back to the campaign trail following his recovery. Governor Dean wholeheartedly endorsed Blanche for President when he dropped out of the race, and as of Jan. 30 is ready to begin a surrogate campaign schedule to ensure that the right candidate is nominated at the Democratic convention.

Jan. 30 - GOTV in New Jersey
Jan. 31 - GOTV in Illinois
Feb. 1 - GOTV in California
Feb. 2 - GOTV in California
Feb. 3 - GOTV in Colorado
Feb. 4 - GOTV in New Jersey
Feb. 5 - GOTV in Illinois

[Maxwell]

DeanPAC Ad: The Truth

Ad Airing in: CA, NJ, AZ, AK, MA, CO, ID, IL, and NY



"I'm Howard Dean, and it's time for the truth. The truth of the matter is, we need a fighter in the White House. Someone who will fight for the middle class, fight for the constitution, and fight for our children so that they have a brighter education. On all fronts, Evan Bayh has avoided the fight and followed the lead of a President who has mismanaged this nation into economic dispair. It's time for a Democratic nominee who fights - I know Blanche Lincoln, and she's someone who will stand up to the special interests and demand change. I'm voting Blanche Lincoln for President, and I hope you do the same.

This ad was sponsored by DeanPAC."