Public backs Carter re election as Iran crisis boosts poll
An AP NBC poll shows 56 percent want Carter to run again, a sharp swing from September. Democrats favor a third term 62 to 28, independents 53 to 32, and Republicans 52 to 36. Economy and energy remain weak spots with 10 months to go.
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Perception games in Carter Kennedy primary race
In the pre primary fight Carter and Kennedy jockey over lead and fund raising. Strauss notes Carter raised 6 million, 4 million spent, while Kennedy claims 2.5 million in a week. Polls show Carter gaining momentum amid Iran hostage crisis and rising job ratings.
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