51 percent say Democratic Sen. Joe Barton wins vice presidential election . Republican Gov . Sarah Palin exceeds expectations , 51 percent say . Palin beats Barton on percentage , 54 - 36 . 87 percent say Biden is qualified for office , 42 percent say Palin is .
51 percent say Democratic Sen. Joe Biden wins vice presidential debate . Republican Gov . Sarah Palin exceeds expectations , 84 percent say . Palin beats Biden on likability , 54-36 . 87 percent say Biden is qualified for job , 42 percent say Palin is .