Cross-posted from MN Campaign Report
We finally have poll results in CD5. SurveyUSA’s poll for KSTP is complete, and will be broadcast on tonight’s 10 PM news. The results, according to a solid source…
Keith Ellison (DFL): 49
Alan Fine (GOP): 25
Tammy Lee (IP): 22
Jay Pond (GP): 2
The fight in this race does indeed appear to be for second place. With the entire DFL GOTV operation pushing base votes across the district, Ellison should have no problem cleaning up and becoming the first Muslim Congressman in American history. A third-place finish for Fine, on the other hand, would present a significant problem for the CD5 Republican organization.
For SSP readers unfamiliar with the Minnesota scene, it’s worth noting that if elected, Keith Ellison will be the first Muslim Congressman in history.