Although Republicans talk about taking back Vermont, Gore is favored to win here, as President Clinton did by wide margins in '96 and '92. Virginia is part of Bush's Southern stronghold. Washington traditionally votes Democratic but the candidates have been close in the polls. Green Party nominee Ralph Nader could play a role in undoing Gore here. West Virginia is a Democratic bastion but Gore's stance on environmetal issues has not pleased the large mining industry here.
Recent polls show a tight race.
Wisconsin voted for President Clinton in '96 and '92 and usually goes Democratic. But thrice-elected Republican Gov. Tommy Thompson could give George W. Bush an unexpected boost here. Wyoming voted Republican in the last two presidential elections and is supporting Bush this time. Copyright 2000, CBS Worldwide Inc., All Rights Reserved. CBS Worldwide Inc. All Rights Reserved.