2008-02-27-皮尤-Obama_Has_The_Lead,_But_Potential_Problems_Too_61页_225kb

Summary: Increasing Optimism About Iraq

Despite concerns about potential problems, Barack Obama leads in the general election matchup against John McCain by 50% to 43%, and among Democrats he has a broad advantage over Hillary Clinton in the primary contest. Independents rate Obama most favorably, while conservative Republicans question Obama's positions. Positive sentiment toward the military effort in Iraq has increased, with 47% of Americans favoring keeping troops until stability. Concerns remain about the decision to use force in Iraq and the direction of U.S. policy, with George W. Bush receiving significant credit for preventing attacks. Democratic primary voters show limited agreement on candidate momentum, but overall optimism and interest in Iraq have grown.