[lbo-talk] Bush hits 43 in Rasmussen

[Doug Henwood]

[amazing that even a Republican shop can't flatter Bush anymore - 
note that the "strongly disapprove" is just 2 points below the 
combined strongly and somewhat approves]

<http://www.rasmussenreports.com/Bush_Job_Approval.htm>

Tuesday October 11, 2005--Forty-three percent (43%) of American 
adults now approve of the way George W. Bush is performing his role 
as President. That matches the lowest level ever recorded by 
Rasmussen Reports.

Fifty-six percent (56%) Disapprove.

The President's performance in office earns Approval from 74% of 
Republicans. Through most of his Administration, the President' has 
enjoyed solid support from his own party with Approval Ratings among 
Republicans in the high 80s or low 90s.

Eighteen percent (18%) of Democrats, and 35% of those not affiliated 
with either major political party also give the President their 
Approval.

Bush Job Approval

Strongly Approve      20%
Somewhat Approve      23%
Somewhat Disapprove   15%
Strongly Disapprove   41%