No Increase in Support for Dubai Ports Deal
The Administration's effort to build support for the Dubai Ports World transaction has had no measurable impact in the court of public opinion. Just 19% of Americans now believe Dubai Ports World should be allowed to purchase operating rights to several U.S. ports. Two weeks ago, that figure was 17%.
From a political perspective, the President's national security credentials have not rebounded. Forty-one percent (41%) of Americans now trust Democrats in Congress more than the President on national security issues. Forty percent (40%) have more trust in the President. It is important to note that the question about trust on national security issues was asked first, before any mention was made of the Dubai Ports issue.
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