New York voters remain split on who they think Gov. David Paterson should appoint to the state's vacant Senate seat. According to a new Quinnipiac survey, 33% want Caroline Kennedy to be the next senator and 29% want Atty. Gen. Andrew Cuomo. Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand is preferred by 4%, while 24% want someone else and 10% are undecided.

The biggest question surrounding the situation is whether Kennedy has the credentials worthy of an appointment. The poll (Dec. 17-21, 834 NY RV) found voters split on this as well, with 40% saying Kennedy is qualified and 41% saying she is not. Still, 48% believe Paterson will name her the next senator anyway.