Washington Post-ABC Poll shows that Kerry leads, however slim, in issues that matter to the people. Kerry leads 50% to Bush’s 44% if the election were now with 4% undecided and 2% for Nader. They trust Kerry 52% to 44% as commander in chief and only 2% undecided. In handling the economy Kerry leads by eleven points but with seven points undecided. In understanding the problems of ordinary people Kerry leads 51% to 37% but with 12% undecided. As a strong leader, however, he loses by six points and six undecided. Yet Bush’s job approval has remained at a low 47%.

This poll apparently gives testimony that Americans are indeed considering issues other than terrorism or Iraq. It remains to been seen on election day whether other issues are as influential as the war.