President George Bush strengthened his job approval over the past month to 42% - his highest rating since August, an AP-Ipsos poll found.

US voters are so deadlocked on their choice for president that the campaigns will need to focus on keeping support high and turning people out for elections, according to pollsters.

President George Bush is likely to face a close campaign for re-election next year, according to a poll that shows his strength on fighting terrorism and his popularity matched by Democrats’ advantages on the economy and other domestic issues.