Obama Benefits From GOP War On Women, Ahead In Swing States

President Obama is benefitting from the Republican “war on women,” experiencing an 11 point positive swing in USA Today/Gallup’s poll of swing state voters.

The Republican focus on restricting women’s access to abortion and contraceptive care is having an effect on Mitt Romney’s presidential fortunes, giving Obama a lead over the likely Republican nominee of 51% to 42%.

Romney has expressed support for “ending” Planned Parenthood, while President Obama has given his full-throated backing to the women’s health organization.

Among women over 50, President Obama has support of 60% of those voters, compared to 30% for the anti-choice Massachusetts millionaire.