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Dec
2011
Ron Paul Narrowing the Gap with Newt in Latest Iowa Poll
As details of the former Speaker's record come to light, support for Paul expands and solidifies
ANKENY, Iowa - 2012 Republican Presidential candidate Ron Paul again polled a strong second place in Iowa, this time gaining ground on his competitor Newt Gingrich as details of the former Speaker's record come to light, according to a new PPP poll.
Paul garnered 21 percent, just behind Newt Gingrich who earned 22 percent. In third and fourth place, respectively, Mitt Romney with 16 percent and Michele Bachmann with 11 percent were the only other candidates to attract double-digit support in this poll of likely Republican caucus goers. Noteworthy is that Gingrich dropped 5 percentage points in the last week alongside a decline in his favorability numbers, attributed to voters' changing attitudes toward the former Speaker as details of his record come to light.
An impressive 77 percent of current Paul voters say they're definitely going to vote for him, compared to only 54 percent for Gingrich, and among voters who say their decision is final, 29 percent support Paul compared to 21 percent for Gingrich, and 18 percent for Romney. Establishment ties are also a factor, contributing to a boost in support for Paul. Among voters who are anti-establishment, Paul polls at 34 percent to 18 percent for Gingrich, followed by 12 and 10 percent for Rick Santorum and Romney, respectively.
"As the campaign process plays itself out, and voters learn more about Newt Gingrich, the more people who are tired of the status quo in Washington are looking for someone with the consistency of record to tackle the tough issues," said Ron Paul 2012 Presidential Campaign Chairman Jesse Benton. "Ron Paul has always fought for constitutional principles, limited government, and balanced budgets, he has the only plan that cuts $1 trillion dollars in spending year one and gets our country back on track. These are things that resonate with voters everywhere."
Public Policy Polling surveyed 555 likely Republican caucus voters from December 11th to the 13th and the poll has a +/-4.2 percent margin of error.
View the poll press release by clicking here. For the full results including questions, tables, and methodology, click here.
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Ron Paul Closing in on First
In Case You Missed It: 'The Daily Iowan' Endorses Ron Paul for President
Endorsing Paul "the only logical conclusion"
ANKENY, Iowa - The University of Iowa's student newspaper, The Daily Iowan, today endorsed GOP presidential candidate Ron Paul.
Caucus for Ron Paul on Jan. 3
The Daily Iowan Editorial Board endorses Texas Rep. Ron Paul for the Iowa Republican presidential caucuses.
The reasons for endorsing Paul over the other Republican contenders are numerous and warranted. The differences between their beliefs on governing primarily motivate our decision.
Paul is a candidate who appeals to voters across the political spectrum. He has also been exceptionally consistent in his time in Congress. He doesn't play political games ? even with his opponents ? and remains truthful to his word. This alone is a redeeming quality in a candidate in today's political sphere.
Despite the mainstream media writing him off as being unable to win Iowa, he is now polling in second place and may even be the most popular candidate in Iowa, given the margin of error.
The full article can be viewed here.
This endorsement comes on the heels of two successful "Youth for Ron Paul" rallies held in Iowa last week. One at Iowa State University attracted more than 1,350 supporters, and one at the University of Northern Iowa drew more than 700 supporters.
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Ron Paul Closing in on First Place in New Iowa Poll; Holding strong position, support growing
LAKE JACKSON, Texas - A new American Research Group poll of likely Iowa caucus goers released today shows GOP presidential candidate Ron Paul tied for second place with 17 percent of the vote and within 5 points of Newt Gingrich, who garnered 22 percent of the vote. Of note, Congressman Paul wins 39 percent of the vote among independents, more than twice that of the nearest competitor.
"Our campaign is continuing to make strides in the key early-voting states, especially in Iowa," said Ron Paul 2012 Presidential Campaign Chairman Jesse Benton. "After witnessing packed rallies time and again in Iowa, it is no surprise that we are seeing these encouraging poll numbers."
This latest poll comes on the heels of a PPP poll, which showed Paul with 18 percent in Iowa. In addition, a recent NBC/ Marist poll had Paul at 17 percent in Iowa and also polling the best against Obama in an Iowa head-to-head matchup.
The full results of the American Research Group poll can be found here.
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Ron Paul Endorsed by Sioux City Pastor Rev. Mark McGlohon
Rev. McGlohon calls Dr. Paul "a man of faith"
ANKENY, Iowa - The Ron Paul 2012 Presidential Campaign announced today that Sioux City, Iowa pastor Reverend Mark McGlohon has publicly endorsed Dr. Paul.
"Ron Paul is the only candidate who understands the challenges we face as a nation. We need a man like Dr. Paul to put an end to politics as usual and tell the truth even when it is unpopular," said Rev. McGlohon, a former businessman and now minister living in Sioux City.
Rev. Mark McGlohon began his ministry after almost 20 years in the private sector. Ordained by The Calvary Baptist Church in 1998, he spent the next four years as a chaplain in Savannah, Georgia. Rev. McGlohan arrived in Sioux City eight years ago to assume the role of senior pastor of Bethel Baptist Church.
"I believe Dr. Paul is the right person to be president. He is a man of faith and it is his faith that will guide him in leading our country," added Rev. McGlohon.
Rev. McGlohon is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors and is also a Spiritual Care and Bereavement Counselor for Care Initiatives Hospice. In making his endorsement, the reverend mentioned he was not necessarily speaking on behalf of his congregation.
If ministering in Iowa, local pastors interested in discussing an endorsement are invited email the Iowa Director of Voter Outreach, Meghann Walker, at meghannw@ronpaul2012.com.
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