More good news

In the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania, a judge has just ordered that Ralph Nader be taken off the ballot, because too many signatures on his petition were forgeries. Although there are some indications that the Bushies are moving their resources out of the state, the polls are still showing a close race. The 1% Nader might have taken from Kerry could be significant.

More Debate Reaction

Gallup snap poll has Kerry the debate winner. Stories in the morning NY Times and AP report indicate Bush contining to spiral down. The Democracy Poll (a Democrat-affiliated outfit but objective numbers) of 1,030 likely voters showed the biggest movement towards Kerry of any of the post-debate polls. The group was tied at 48-48 % before the debate; afterwards it was going for Kerry 50-47% . Other interesting numbers: Kerry won debate by 5 points among the whole group, but by 6 points among Independents and 9 points in battleground states. Among college educated women: 20 points.