President Biden
via Forbes Breaking News
President Biden was reportedly incensed by his low approval ratings, to the point of shouting and swearing at aides during a January meeting. Sources said Biden lost patience when informed of dipping numbers in key states, which stemmed from voter discontent with his response to the conflict in Gaza.
According to polls
via Fox News
While Biden maintained he was doing the right thing in the region, his approval rating stands at 38% with a 56% disapproval according to polls.
Hasn’t received enough
via Fox News
Biden believes he hasn’t received enough credit for economic successes and prescription drug price actions. He has pushed aides to highlight these wins and resisted being sheltered from public events where he could risk gaffes.
Making a mistake
via CBS
“The man’s been successful for decades in Congress and became vice president and president,” an unnamed former staffer stated. “If you try to change the person, you’re making a mistake. Let the president go out there and do his thing.” Sources said Biden may be mad at himself for not being more forceful with staff.
Biden’s approval ratings
via NBC
Joe Biden’s approval ratings continue to be a subject of keen interest, with the latest polls offering insights into the evolving sentiments of the American public. According to a March 26, 2024 Reuters/Ipsos poll, Biden’s approval ratings have seen a slight uptick, with two-fifths of Americans expressing approval of his performance while 56% disapprove.
Top concern
via New York Post
The Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted from March 22 to 24, 2024, revealed that more Americans are citing extremism and threats to democracy as their top concern, ahead of the upcoming election.
Increase in Biden’s approval
via New York Post
This has coincided with a marginal increase in Biden’s approval ratings, marking a shift from the previous month’s figures.
Expressed concerns
via MSNBC
Notably, the poll highlighted that a larger number of respondents expressed concerns about political extremism or threats to democracy, with 23% naming it as their top worry. This issue resonated particularly among Democrats, with 36% citing it as their primary concern.
Issues for voters
via NBC News
Additionally, the economy and immigration were identified as significant issues for voters, with variations in their prioritization across party lines.
Public’s sentiment
via NBC News
The public’s sentiment also extends to their views on key institutions, with most respondents expressing unfavorable opinions of the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the Supreme Court. However, the Federal Reserve emerged as the only institution that a majority of poll respondents viewed favorably.
Reuters/Ipsos poll
via NBC News
The Reuters/Ipsos poll gathered responses online from 1,021 adults, employing a nationally representative sample with a margin of error of about 3 percentage points.
Demographics in the poll
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It’s important to note that polls of smaller demographic groups may have less precision, and the credibility interval should be checked when considering different demographics in the poll.
American public
via Washington Post
The latest polling data offers valuable insights into the prevailing sentiments of the American public, reflecting the evolving dynamics of public opinion as the nation approaches a crucial election.
Concerns about extremism
via ABC News
As concerns about extremism and threats to democracy gain prominence, and with varying views on key issues across party lines, Biden’s approval ratings continue to serve as a barometer of national sentiment, shaping the broader political landscape.
Public opinion
via ABC News
The intersection of public opinion, political priorities, and institutional perceptions underscores the complex tapestry of American democracy, with ongoing polling providing a window into the evolving dynamics that will define the nation’s future.
