Abercrombie Vulnerable to Primary Challenge

A new Honolulu Civil Beat Poll suggests that David Ige (D) has a shot at unseating Hawaii Gov. Neil Abercrombie (D) with both men tied at 37% each among likely Democratic primary voters. Another 26% are still undecided.

Said pollster Matt Fitch: “What you are seeing is rather a public way of expressing discontent with the governor rather than a serious strength on Ige’s part. There are a couple of reasons. One, Ige’s support actually outstrips those people who say they have a favorable impression of him. People don’t really know him.”