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Strengthened by his performance in the first presidential debate, Mitt Romney continues to climb in the polls. According to a study by the Pew Center, published Monday, October 8, the Republican candidate ahead of even the U.S. President Barack Obama in the polls at the national level. The survey, conducted between August 4 and October 7, gives 49% of the vote against Romney 45% Obama among voters likely to vote. Among registered voters on electoral rolls, the two candidates are tied with 46%. In the latest study from the Pew Center, conducted in mid-September, Barack Obama enjoyed a big advantage among voters likely to vote (51% to 43%) and those on the electoral roll. In detail, the survey reports that: The popularity of Mitt Romney rose 5 points to 45%, while that of Barack Obama dropped 7 points to 50%. On the issue of leadership, both candidates are equal, while Obama ahead of Romney 51% to 38% in September. On the economy, the most important theme of the campaign, Romney is seen as the most likely to create jobs (49%), followed by Obama (41%). A majority of respondents do not believe that the President can get the economy (54%). However, 62% of respondents believe that Mitt Romney 'promises more than it can actually do. " The Republican made a spectacular comeback among voters. He is now tied with Obama (47%) while the president dominated the electorate in September of 18 points (56% to 38%). As for the debate, Romney's victory is unquestionable since no less than 72% believe he was the winner, against 20% for Obama. Earlier in the day, the Gallup Poll reported rolling Obama and Romney are now tied in the polls, 47% each
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