The Gallup organization reported its latest findings on party identification late last week, and the report contained good news for the Democrats and a flashing yellow for Republicans. The Democrats “have regained an advantage” over the GOP in party affiliation, Gallup’s Jeffrey M. Jones wrote in an accompanying analysis. Republicans, […] Read more »
Obama’s approval rating grows following memorable week
Could Barack Obama’s great week mark a turning point in his poll numbers? After months of stagnant approval ratings, a new CNN/ORC poll finds that for the first time in more than two years, 50% of Americans approve of the way Obama is handling the presidency. CONT. Jennifer Agiesta, CNN […] Read more »
For a Win in 2016, Depict Hillary as Obama’s Third Term
… Unlike 2010 and 2014, which were clearly referendums on President Obama, and 2012, which was a polarized battle to drive up turnout on each side, 2016 might not be a referendum on President Obama’s policies. It could be a choice between two different visions of the future. That would […] Read more »
Obama Supporters Plan to Back Clinton – WSJ/NBC News Poll Analysis
Hillary Clinton lost a famously divisive primary to Barack Obama in 2008, but that doesn’t seem to be weighing on her with Obama supporters this time around. Fully 95% of the Democratic primary voters who backed Mr. Obama in that 2008 nominating contest said they planned to support Mrs. Clinton, […] Read more »
Fox News Poll: Views on economy improving, yet 59 percent still say it’s in bad shape
Yes, people are feeling somewhat better about the economy. But it remains a top concern, as most continue to think the economy is in bad shape. They also feel others have benefitted more than them from President Obama’s economic policies and, not surprisingly, tend to rate him negatively on the […] Read more »
Global Publics Back U.S. on Fighting ISIS, but Are Critical of Post-9/11 Torture
The rise of ISIS has generated strong concerns in nations around the world, and a new Pew Research Center survey finds broad global support for American military efforts against the terrorist group. And unlike the Iraq War a decade ago, the current U.S. air campaign in Iraq and Syria is […] Read more »