In times of external threat, we expect to see the presidential approval rating spike as the country ‘rallies around the flag,” unified around a common crisis. …
While Biden might be performing relatively well on Ukraine, the larger problem is that ultimately, Americans are most concerned with the inflation and the economy. Although Ukraine has brought foreign affairs closer to top of mind than it has been in some time, it’s still a secondary, albeit related concern. …
The problems for Biden come into relief when looking at his approval rating on the economy over time. He’s been underwater since this summer. Inflation only amplifies Biden’s problem. CONTINUED
Clifford Young & Catherine Morris, Ipsos
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