Poll shows Bush and Kerry dead heat for Presidency

President George Bush and Democratic rival Senator John Kerry are locked in a tie for the popular vote, according to an Associated Press poll, while a chunk of voters waver between their desire for change and their doubts about the alternative.

Bush’s strength continues to be a perception by many voters that he is better qualified to protect the country, although his advantage on that has dwindled in recent weeks. A majority consider Kerry indecisive, less solid on national security.