The Polls are now closed in gubernatorial elections in two key states...CBS news has declared Republican Bob McDonnell the winner in the Virginia governor's race...defeating Democratic rival Creigh ((cree)) Deeds, who had the strong backing of president Obama.In exit polls...the majority of voters said the president was not a factor in their vote...instead...it was the state of the economy.President Obama also has his eyes on the tight governor's race in New Jersey where unpopular incumbent Jon Corzine is fighting for another term against two strong candidates.The Associated Press is calling that race for the Republican, Chris Christie.CBS News exit polls show the majority of voters in both states are giving President Obama a strong approval rating.






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