An increase in registered Republicans and conservative leaning independent voters have caused political analysts and pollsters to see an uphill battle for President Barack Obama in the Buckeye State. The swing state status of Ohio has traditionally been a solid indicator of Oval Office success. Washington pollster Neil Newhouse feels the state has a slight "GOP tilt" and offers a 5 percent advantage during close races.
My Ohio Twitter followers shared their thoughts on the state's political make-up and President Obama's chances at re-election via instant messaging and email.
* "Obama's problems in Ohio stem a lot less from party affiliation and more from the wretched state of the economy. The out-of-control spending habits in Washington will also hurt when courting votes in Ohio. Touring the state talking about another stimulus bill will only acquire liberal votes while deterring independents." -- Jason Becker, small-business owner, Pickerington.
* "I think Ohio is comprised largely of moderate Republicans, independents and conservative Democrats. Essentially we represent the middle of the American mindset. Another spending package after the last one failed will not attract voters. Only those who are on the extreme left of the political spectrum or dependent on the taxpayers to fund their survival through entitlements programs will support another term for Obama." -- Mary Lynn Conrad, interior designer, Columbus.
* "I voted for President Obama before and consider myself an independent. I wanted to give someone new a chance. Someone who wasn't a Washington insider and who wasn't afraid to go against the grain to get something accomplished. He did not turn out to be the man I thought he was. I am not sure who I will vote for yet, but Herman Cain is sounding a lot better steward of my tax dollars than Obama." -- LaShonna Jackson, custodial worker, Cleveland.
* "If we don't give Obama another term even though he has broken many campaign promised we will be in a lot worse shape. I see nothing good coming from electing anyone running on the Republican side. It is always a struggle for Democrats in Ohio. We need to get out an energize college students and the poor if we want to see Obama's plan have a chance to become reality."-- Chris Spencer, freelance photographer, Westerville.
* "Which party you belong to in Ohio depends a lot on which part of the stay you live. Southwestern and southeastern Ohio typically go for more conservative candidates, even the independent voters. Northeastern Ohio is more of a Democratic stronghold but not by such a wide margin that Obama will not have a struggle. Columbus is in the middle and could play a large role in who gets the state's electoral votes in 2012." -- William Davenport, accountant, Upper Sandusky.
* "Ohio is one of the largest ecotourism destinations in the Midwest. Environmental issues are playing a larger role in how many current and new residents vote. Usually eco-friendly votes would go to a Democrat, but President Obama's record on such issues has been far less than expected. An earth-friendly Republican could score big with a lot of outdoor enthusiasts around the state." -- Blythe Owens, campground operator, Logan.
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