After a string of incidents of erratic behavior in recent months, Rep. David Wu (D-OR) appears to be in serious trouble with his constituents, a plurality of whom want him to resign, a new poll shows.
According to the SurveyUSA poll of 605 voters, 46 percent of those questioned said Wu should resign versus 42 percent who believe he should remain in office. Those calling on him to leave office include 72 percent of Republicans, 26 percent of Democrats, and 45 percent of independents. Wu also fares poorly in a hypothetical matchup with Republican Rob Cornilles, whom Wu defeated in 2010. If a rematch were held today, 41 percent of respondents say they would pick Cornilles versus only 33 percent who would back Wu.
Six Wu aides left their jobs after his November reelection, and the congressman admitted to struggles with mental health issues after it was revealed he sent photos of himself in a tiger costume to his staff.
In an interview with TPM last week, Wu said that he was trying to meet with Democratic leaders to reassure them on his ability to serve.
Hat tip to Political Wire for flagging the poll.
