Democrat Opens Up Lead in Crucial Florida Senate Race

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Florida Democrat Bill Nelson leads Republican Governor Rick Scott 52 percent-46 percent among likely voters in one of the most closely watched Senate races in the country, according to a Quinnipiac poll released Monday.

It’s the second poll published in recent days that shows Nelson with a clear lead, following a CNN survey that showed Nelson ahead by five percentage points.

Both the Quinnipiac and CNN polls show wide gender and race gaps in the race. Nelson, who is serving his third term in the Senate, holds a significant lead with women, black and Hispanic voters, while trailing among men and white voters.

Peter A. Brown, assistant director of the Quinnipiac University Poll, said foundation of Nelson’s edge is a 22-point lead among independent voters. "If that margin holds up, the senator will be difficult to beat."

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-10-22/democrat-nelson-opens-up-lead-in-crucial-florida-senate-race?srnd=premium

[CaliforniaPeggy]

1. Way to go, Senator Nelson!

[Zambero]

2. Independents

The GOP is losing their support big time. A "base" is worthless unless it provides a foundation with which to build support. Ain't happening this time. This base makes considerable noise at the odd rally, but aside from that is standing alone.