October 12, 2010

Obama More Popular Than Palin in Alaska

A new DailyKos/Public Policy Polling survey shows that former Gov. Sarah Palin (R) is polarizing even in her home state of Alaska -- so much so that President Barack Obama is more popular than she is.

Just 38% of those surveyed approve of Obama, with 55% disapproving. Meanwhile, 35% approve of Palin and 57% disapprove. Both figures are highly popular in their own party and highly unpopular in the other party.

The difference-maker: 52% of moderates and 41% of independents approve of Obama. But they overwhelmingly reject Palin, with just 17% of moderates and 29% of independents viewing her favorably.