MT: Rasmussen: Romney Leads by 9%

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New Poll: Montana President by Rasmussen on 2012-04-02

Summary: D: 40%, R: 49%, U: 2%

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1* In thinking about the 2012 presidential election, suppose you had a choice between Republican Mitt Romney and Democrat Barack Obama.  If the election were held today, would you vote for Republican Mitt Romney or Democrat Barack Obama?



Romney receives 49% support from Likely Voters in the Treasure State to Obama’s 40%. A new Rasmussen Reports statewide survey finds that nine percent (9%) prefer some other candidate, while two percent (2%) are not sure.



2* Suppose the Republicans nominate Rick Santorum.  If the 2012 election for president were held today, would you vote for Republican Rick Santorum or Democrat Barack Obama?



Santorum leads the president 48% to 41% among Montana voters. Eight percent (8%) favor another candidate, and three percent (3%) are undecided.