◼ The Rasmussen Reports daily Presidential Tracking Poll for Saturday shows Mitt Romney attracting support from 49% of voters nationwide, while President Obama earns the vote from 47%. Two percent (2%) prefer some other candidate, and two percent (2%) are undecided. - Rasmussen
...numbers reflect quite a debate bounce for Romney. Heading into Wednesday’s showdown, it was the president who enjoyed a two-point advantage. Today is the first time Romney has been ahead by even a single point since mid-September. See daily tracking history. As with all bounces, it remains to be seen whether it is a temporary blip or signals a lasting change in the race.
Both men have solidified their partisan base. Romney is supported by 89% of Republicans and Obama by 88% of Democrats. Among those not affiliated with either major party, Romney leads by 16.
◼ Romney raises $12 million in 48 hours... Daily Mail (image source)
Mitt Romney's commanding performance in Wednesday night's first presidential debate has started to yield results.
The Republican candidate has raised $12million in online donations over the last couple of days, and has also received a boost in some polls.
The news comes as Barack Obama's lacklustre showing continues to be mocked by top comedians - even those who are strong supporters of the President.
◼ OBAMA RAISES $181 MILLION IN SEPT -- JUST 2% OF DONATIONS REPORTABLE...
