This wasn't the title of the story, but it might has well be.
Let's face it, ASU, KAET and the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism are not known for being all too "Conservative Friendly." Sometimes I wonder where they pull these people from.
Anyhow, in a statewide telephone poll of 400 people here is what they found:
31% said they definitely WOULD support a second term.
28% probably would support a second term.
16% probably would NOT support her for a second term.
13% would definitely NOT support her for a second term.
What does this mean?
Well, I'm trying not to sound like I'm giving up, so here's what needs to happen...
We need every single vote from the WOULD NOT's, the PROBABLY WOULD NOT's, and no less than 3/4ths of the probably would supports to even hit the 50% mark. That's dead even.
According to this poll, J.D. Hayworth received only 28% to the Gov's 54% when paired up. Former Maricopa County Attorney Rick Romley received 25% to Janet's 50% and, unfortunately, Former Governor Fife Symington received only 14% when matched up against Napolitano's 70%.
The fortunate thing is that we know that this poll simply cannot be true. J.D. Hayworth is one of the most beloved men in our state. I wouldn't go as far as to say that he's as loved as former Senator and Presidential candidate, Barry Goldwater, but I can see that it could reach that level. (Please see former post: Does Anyone Want to Run for Governor of AZ in '06, to read more about JD). So with keeping that hope in mind, these numbers are obviously incorrect.
Now getting back to reality. The problem with Fife Symington, and the reason that his chances are slim is not because he is a bad person, or a "crook" as I have heard recently. It's that most people that live in Arizona, did not live here during his full administration. They did not see the good that he did. Let's remind these newbies to Arizona of tax reductions, income growth and capital investments that he implemented as our 19th Governor. He was convicted on charges that had nothing to do with his policies. AND, lets not forget that he later was exonerated of all charges.
With that being said...We need to get down to business. One year is not far away. We are in trouble, and the Democrats know it.
Please sign up at www.azgop.org as a volunteer, www.gop.com as a Team Leader, or join your local Young Republicans League. To find out more visit www.arizonayr.com. AND FOR HEAVEN'S SAKE, MAKE SURE YOU ARE REGISTERED TO VOTE!!
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We can take some comfort from that fact that ASU commissioned polls have a very spotty track record. Several polls of the AZ electorate for the '04 race were way off the prevailing average at the time, sometimes by as much as 5-7%, in the Dems favor, of course.
You're right, though; the GOP will have to work overtime in '06. Given the lack of a blockbuster candidate and the AZ media’s omnipresent Janet worship, the Republican GOTV ground game will be crucial. Sadly, I won’t be registered in time to vote next year.
Okay Ace, I will forgive you for not being able to vote this time. BUT I AM SO HAPPY THAT YOU WILL BE ABLE TO BY '08!! Good for you!
Now we just need to talk to my other Canadian friends!
PS- Even if you can't vote, helping others understand the process is vital. GOTV efforts can be undertaken by anyone...one of the points that everyone needs to understand. EVEN TEENAGERS CAN HELP (Hello TARS!)
I wish I could get more of my "conservative" Canadian migrant friends involved. Unfortunately, most of them are only "conservative" by Canadian standards, which makes them moderate Democrats at best. Too much liberal media consumption while growing up in the Great White North has softened their resolve, I guess.
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