Schwarzenegger steers away from Bush in campaign

[struggle4progress]

By John Marelius
UNION-TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER
August 3, 2006

... A recent statewide poll conducted by the Survey and Policy Research Institute at San Jose State University showed a strong correlation between voters' approval of Bush and their preference in the contest for governor.

Voters who said they thought Bush was doing a good job favored Schwarzenegger over Angelides 75 percent to 10 percent. Voters who disapproved of the job Bush was doing preferred Angelides 53 percent to 27 percent.

“People who are really not happy with Bush are even less likely to vote for Schwarzenegger,” said Melinda Jackson, a professor of political science at San Jose State ...

http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/politics/20060803-9999-1n3gov.html

R = W!

[Atman]

1. He's already stolen his election. Now he has to step aside.

He can't expect the crooks and liars to remain free forever. Best to distance himself now, now that he's got his. Fuck W. Remember, republican loyalty only runs one election cycle deep.