In 2004, George W. Bush relied on the support of soccer moms throughout the country to help secure reelection. In 2008, a new voting bloc of middle-class mothers emerged and again proved crucial in helping propel Barack Obama to victory. Dubbed “Walmart Moms,” these moderate, middle-class women make up more than 15 percent of the electorate and favored Obama over John McCain by five percentage points. Tonight on John King, USA we’ll talk to two pollsters from firms Public Opinion Strategies and Momentum Analysis, who have important new findings on how these women feel about the direction of the country now, and how congressional candidates can win their vote in November.
For a look at the new research, check out the links below.
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John,
Don't let the smooth taste fool you. The backers of Barack Obama are alive and well. No one is fooled by the political mayhem that is Fox News. Racheal Maddow, and Chris Mathews are backing their statements with facts. You will not be able to say that about Fox.
Roy
Your webtise has to be the electronic Swiss army knife for this topic.
John,
California has about 8 million people in it, and a budget greater than most countries. More than I can say about states like Delaware!
Roy
The Republicans are getting a taste of their own medicine.
The congress was trying to extend benefits for the unemployed not long ago, who stood in the way ? The Republicans. The congress tried to pass banking reform, Again the Republicans cock blocking. Believe me, those who will be voting are keeping count!
I'm a mom and I rarely shop at Walmart. I do however plan to vote.
You are all feeding the public s bunch of hooey.
I think Obama is doing a great job despite the lack of support from the country.
That insight's pfercet for what I need. Thanks!
Target Moms vs. Walmart Moms.
The study presented this evening was interesting, but not surprising. I think that if you did the same polling at Target you would get a slightly different response, especially when it comes to the party they would vote for.
I noticed how that pollster scratched his head when you pointed out thatt he study was sponsired by Walmart. HA! He's so credible!
Thanks for covering Obama's silly comments about the "disservice" of Fox News vs. the "service" of MSNBC. Both networks are clearly biased and opinionated. The President severely loses credibility by making such obviously self-serving statements and taking sides on such ridiculous issues. Your coverage reinforces my faith in CNN.