Georgia Sen. Johnny Isakson (R) remains favored to win re-election this year, even after the recent entrance to the race by state Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond, a new Rasmussen poll finds (April 22, 500 LV, MoE +/- 4.5%).

Isakson 51
Thurmond 35
Und 8

Along with the state's natural Republican leaning, the unpopularity of health care bill could be helping Isakson's cause. Just 33% believe it's good for the country, while 56% think it will have a negative impact.

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