The latest Mason-Dixon poll of likely Republican primary voters in South Carolina show the almost-declared Fred Thompson surging to a lead among those with a preference with 25%, while Giuliani remains steady in second with 21%, Romney holds third with 11%, McCain slips to 4th with 7% just ahead of Huckabee's 5%, and 28% remain undecided. The full report is HERE.
McCain is clearly reeling from the prospect of Thompson's entry. Fred appeals to much of McCain's constituency without alienating the rest of the party base. If the McCain campaign can't show some impressive 2nd-quarter fundraising numbers, they may as well pack it in.
Thanks to Patrick Ruffini and the gang at Race42008.com for pointing out this poll.
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