I was actually bored enough to read through that ISU thread and found it most amusing. They were so cocky at the beginning but their cockiness steadily became panic and desperation.
At first they didn't mind losing a few percentage points and even justified it by stating their lead growth. But as soon as they realized they were falling behind they pretty much started freaking out.
My feeling on this whole thing is that internet polls are about as worthless as tits on a nun but I do appreciate the entertainment provided by the Cylone fans in the midst of a meltdown.