Democrats’ View of Federal Government Turns Negative During Obama Administration
For the first time since Barack Obama became president, more Democrats (41%) have an unfavorable view of the federal government than a favorable view.
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For the first time since Barack Obama became president, more Democrats (41%) have an unfavorable view of the federal government than a favorable view.
George W. Bush’s library is being dedicated today; 37% viewed him favorably at the end of his presidency, far lower than his first term ratings
Roughly six-in-ten white evangelical Christians say there should be a way for unauthorized immigrants to stay in the U.S. legally, although a majority see them as a burden.
More than half of foreign-born citizens in the U.S. legally became naturalized citizens as of 2011, the highest level in three decades.
Just over half of Americans said protecting the environment should be a top priority for the president and Congress in 2013.
While perceived conflicts among other groups have declined, about eight-in-ten Americans see “very strong” or “strong” conflicts between Republicans and Democrats.
About seven-in-ten of those who used a library over a 12 month period did so to borrow print books or to browse the shelves.
Roughly half of adults say they have ever tried marijuana, the highest percentage ever.
Asian-Americans exceed all U.S. adults when it comes to median household income, $66,000 vs. $49,800.
Nearly six-in-ten Americans said in a 2011 survey that what bothers them about the tax system is not their own bill, but a belief the wealthy don’t pay a fair share.
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