These surveys of likely voters in Colorado, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan were conducted by Quinnipiac University in partnership with washingtonpost.com and The Wall Street Journal as part of a four-month effort to measure voter sentiment in key battleground states. The four states surveyed in this project provide a snapshot of where things stand less than five months before Election Day and will be followed by regular polling and analysis in the months ahead. Previous survey results »
Oct. 14, 2008: Full Results and Methodology
Key Findings Among Likely Voters
Note: The individual rounded percents may cause the total of some pies to be greater than or less than 100%.
Presidential Preference
If the election for President were being held today, and the candidates were Barack Obama the Democrat and John McCain the Republican, for whom would you vote?
-2%
+3%Favorability
Is your opinion of John McCain favorable, unfavorable or haven't you heard enough about him?
Is your opinion of Barack Obama favorable, unfavorable or haven't you heard enough about him?
Is your opinion of Joe Biden favorable, unfavorable or haven't you heard enough about him?
Key Issues
Which of the following will be the single most important issue in your vote in the election for President this year?
The Economy
Who do you think better understands the economy - John McCain or Barack Obama?
The Economy and Leadership: John McCain
Do you think John McCain has shown effective leadership in dealing with the financial crisis facing the nation?
