This new poll has Bush up 52-43 over Flipper. The lead is rather large, but in other respects similar to the latest Gallup poll. A couple of observations:
On the concern of another major terrorist attack on the US: 73% are concerned a great deal/somewhat, while only 27% not much/at all. That's got to be a concern for Kerry because HE IS WEAK on this issue, DESPITE HAVING SPENT 4.5 MONTHS ON A SWIFT BOAT IN VIETNAM!
Also, of Flipper supporters, only 39% are very enthusiastic about his candidacy, while 63% of Bush supporters are very enthusiastic about his.
Of Course, of Flipper supporters, 41% are FOR him, while 55% are against Bush. Bush supporters are for him 84% to 14% against Flipper. That's a huge difference in this campaign.
Also, these numbers aren't good for Flipper.
a. He is honest and trustworthy
Bush 48 - Kerry 35
[Bush tell's it like it is. Kerry lies to his own diary]
b. He understands the problems of people like you
Bush 44 - Kerry 43
[Heck, they're both rich white guys, and I'm not rich]
c. He is a strong leader
Bush 58 - Kerry 31
[Bush demonstrated his strong leadership after 9/11. Kerry demonstrated (by throwing his? medals/ribbons away) after Vietnam]
d. He will make the country safer and more secure
Bush 54 - Kerry 35
[Most agree with Dick Cheney]
e. He shares your values
Bush 48 - Kerry 40
[WOW! 40% are wealthy elitists snobs!]
f. He's got a vision for the future
Bush 49 - Kerry 40
[Bush is focused on the future. Kerry on Vietnam]
g. He's taken a clear stand on the issues
Bush 56 - Kerry 29
[Everyone knows where Bush stands. Kerry isn't sure whether he's a flip-flopper or not. That's why we call him Flipper here at Red, White & Blog]
h. He has an appealing personality
Bush 53 - Kerry 31
[Most will let Bush walk their dog. Kerry...see (e)]