Gallup is out with a new poll showing four of the Republican candidates for president beating or within striking distance of Barack Obama among registered voters. Former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney has the greatest advantage, beating Obama 48 percent to 46 percent.
The poll, taken on August 17 and 18, shows Texas governor Rick Perry tied with Obama, Texas congressman Ron Paul two points behind Obama, and Minnesota congressman Michele Bachmann four points behind Obama. Gallup provides some context:
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