Harris Leads Kratovil In MD -1 Poll 52 To 39%

Poll: Dem freshman Kratovil down by double digits in rematch with Harris

Rep. Frank Kratovil (Maryland) would be one of the first Democrats to go if Republicans make significant gains during mid-term elections, and a new poll shows he has reason for concern.
The Tarrance Group poll, which was conducted for state Sen. Andy Harris’s (R) campaign and obtained by The Hill, shows Harris taking a 52-39 lead in a rematch of his 2008 contest with Kratovil.

To members in districts that went heavily for Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) in the presidential race, the poll should serve as notice that the political environment can have localized consequences. Kratovil maintains a 43 percent favorable rating and only 30 percent unfavorable, yet just 29 percent of voters say he “deserves reelection.”

Nearly half of voters — 49 percent — would prefer somebody new.

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