Really, today they had Bustamante edging out Arnold in the polls. But we have to consider, how many Democrats are even running for the position vs how many Republicans. That is one thing that is not in Arnolds favor. To many apples spoil the bunch so to speak. To many Republicans to divide up the vote. Which means that if they want a Republican in office in Caleeefornia then they need to all drop out of the race and back one candidate.
As far as what I've seen on the network news. Arnold bringing in the big guns to solve the budget problem would get my vote. He is the only one that I see that is tackling the issue head on. And that's the whole reason for the recall. Voting in Bustamante would just exacerbate the whole issue. What are the other candidates doing to analyze and solve the problem. At least with Arnold I can see a clear plan.
But then again I'm not on the left coast so I have no say in the issue.
don't ever forget who voted in davis to begin with! you completely underestimate the calif. voters- the same ones who vote for every bond issue ever put on the ballot, the ones who have voted for the real problem ( the legislature) , and the ones who will likely defeat the recall. you have to live here to believe it!!!
We will just have to wait and see. Right now, there's too many people on the ballot. I think that we're going to be surprised who end's up in the governor chair.
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The candidates vying to be California's next Governor have only been campaigning for a few weeks, but we've already seen front runners lose their lead in the polls - only to move back up again.
An exclusive Eyewitness News poll conducted by Survey USA, shows Arnold Schwarzenegger has a wide lead again, with support of 45-percent of registered voters. Lt. Governor Cruz Bustamante has 29-percent.
Our exclusive survey could come as a surprise to some. It only counts registered voters who say they will cast a ballot October 7. The poll is based on 591 California residents who say they are certain to vote Oct. 7.
Though the Republican vote is splintered Arnold Schwarzenegger would win office today even though Cruz Bustamante is winning endorsements.
The numbers are reversing since August 11th survey.
Tom McClintock and Peter Uberroth top the rest of the field and the survey could give Governor Gray Davis some concern. If the recall election were today, he would be ousted by 64-percent of the vote with only a 35-percent vote of confidence.
ABCNews Political Director Mark Halperin is not surprised our poll differs from others. He believes no one has a lock on the race yet.
Halperin says, "There has been different polling showing Arnold Schwarzenegger up and down. It's hard to know where he stands. We know Arnold Schwarzenegger has a nice base of support and Cruz Bustamante has a nice base of support. The question is where will the undecided voter end up on Election Day."
Survey USA's Director of Election Polling says what makes this race different is there are brand new voters-- energized by this unique race. He thinks the turnout will be higher than the 54-percent voting in the governor's race last year.
Just who will go to the polls in six weeks is hard to predict because they expect a lot of people who didn't vote for Governor last year.
The poll will not be conducted over the Labor Day weekend -- our next survey is in two weeks when the election is one month away. The field of candidates and campaign issues could be different.
All I got to say is if they vote to keep Gray Davis or vote in his Lt Governer Bustamante then they get what they deserve. Things will only get worse not better.
But I believe that Californians want a change and will pick Arnold.
Arnold is a celebrity, not an actor. Since it is hard to continue being an action star when you get to his age (after all, Eastwood can act AND direct) no wonder he is looking at a new career. Unfortunately he is is very inconsistent on the issues when you peel back the fame and analyze his statements:
Originally posted by ArniePants Arnold is a celebrity, not an actor. Since it is hard to continue being an action star when you get to his age (after all, Eastwood can act AND direct) no wonder he is looking at a new career. Unfortunately he is is very inconsistent on the issues when you peel back the fame and analyze his statements:
the question is late, but maybe you should have asked who would you like to win. that requires a different response than who do you think will win. i'd like McClintock to win, but know he won't. i still have to go with davis winning and bustamonte winning the second part which of course will be null once davis wins. just saying that makes me sick!! no one wins until the legislature is ousted!
You have to remember who is reporting these "Poll Results".
First, the way they phrase the question makes for a given result. Two, who do they ask. Three. Do they ignore hang ups or non responses.
Figures don't lie--but liars can figure.
Arnold Schwarzenegger is a really great legend, and thats why he will become govenor of california, I mean who woundn't want this world-wide idol as their govenor, becides the nerds ofcaurse, and who cares about a bunch of no-bodys that want to be govenor. Arnold will become govenor and everyone knows that.
Ron Ackerman and ArniePants its people like you that are JEALOUS of Schwarzenegger and his fame and fortune, its driving you insane that he just keeps going at his age and now he wants to be govenor, and your FRUSTRATED! What can I say? GET A LIFE! Dont be JEALOUS! Arnold is none other than a legend and truly inspiring person you people are no-bodys!
08-24-2003 05:40 PM
Americaaah RULEZ! 
