SurveyUSA: McConnell and Lunsford in tight race

A new SurveyUSA poll conducted on behalf of three TV stations shows Republican U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell with a four point lead over Democratic challenger Bruce Lunsford. McConnell leads 50 percent to 46 percent.

The automated telephone poll of 626 likely voters has a margin of error of plus or minus 4 percentage points.

Geographically, McConnell leads in all areas of the state except Louisville, where Lunsford has a 13 point advantage. Both men are from Louisville.

Lunsford leads in the under-34 age category, while McConnell does better with older voters. McConnell leads among men and women.

- John Stamper

(H/T: Page One Kentucky)