Number Who Say U.S. Moving in Right Direction Reaches Recent High
Despite the country's persistent economic problems, 30% of voters now believe America is moving in the right direction, the highest level in several years.
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February 25, 2009
February 25, 2009
Many Americans Question Fairness of Tax System
Americans tend to believe they pay a higher share of their income in taxes than people in other income brackets.
February 25, 2009
How Will Obama Look in 100 Days?
President Obama’s first speech to Congress on Tuesday night set the course he hopes the nation will follow toward economic recovery, health care reform and energy independence, among other pressing demands. But how will the public react?
February 25, 2009
55% Say Media Tries to Make Economy Seem Worse Than It Is
Fifty-five percent (55%) of U.S. voters believe the media tries to make the economy seem worse that it is. That’s an increase from 46% in November.
February 25, 2009
The Price of Playing by the Rules By Susan Estrich
The president deserves the high marks he is getting from the public for his first month in office. Most presidents get to spend their first month putting up the draperies.
February 25, 2009
56% Support Six-Month Moratorium on Foreclosures
Fifty-six percent (56%) of Americans favor a plan forcing banks to stop all mortgage foreclosures for the next six months, according to a new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey.
February 25, 2009
Always Look on the Bright Side of Life By Tony Blankley
I hate to admit it, but I miss Bill Clinton. At least that lecherous old charmer was more amusing than his successor as a Democratic president, our new mortician in chief, Barack "End of the World" Obama.
February 24, 2009
Democrats Up By Four in Generic Congressional Ballot
Democrats have pulled slightly further ahead this week in the latest edition of the Generic Congressional Ballot.
February 24, 2009
33% Have Filed Income Taxes Already
One-out-of-three Americans (33%) already have filed their income taxes at this point, even though they're not due until April 15. This number is down 10 points from the beginning of March 2008, a reflection perhaps of the difficult economic times.
February 24, 2009
54% Say ‘No’ To All Bailouts
Bailouts, bailouts everywhere, and not an end in sight.
February 24, 2009
Predict Our Poll Results: Are Professional Sports an Important Escape from the Problems of the Economic Crisis?
From February 23-34, 2009, we are asking adults if they believe professional sports are an important escape from the problems of the economic crisis or if they are out of step with the economic crisis. We want you to predict how many people will say that professional sports are an important escape from the problems of the current economic crisis.
February 24, 2009
Confidence in Stimulus Plan Drops Over Past Week
Confidence in the $787-billion economic stimulus plan has fallen four points in the week since President Obama signed it into law, and more voters are prepared to punish their representatives for supporting it.
February 24, 2009
Predict Our Poll Results: Would You Buy a Car from a Company That's in Bankruptcy?
The Big Three auto makers are in big financial trouble. From February 23-34, 2009, we are asking adults if they would buy an automobile from a company that is in bankruptcy. We want you to predict how many people will say yes and would buy an automobile from a bankrupt car company.
February 24, 2009
51% Oppose Outdoor Smoking Ban
While an increasing number of states have banned smoking in public places like bars and restaurants, most Americans (51%) don’t think smoking should be banned in all public air spaces, such as beaches and parks.
February 24, 2009
Let Bankruptcy Courts Change Mortgages By Froma Harrop
Let bankruptcy courts modify the terms of home mortgages, says President Obama and legislation now before Congress. Banks don't like the idea, but it's a good one, possibly even for them.
February 24, 2009
41% Say Affirmative Action No Longer Relevant
Americans are closely divided over the need for continued affirmative action programs now the country has elected its first African-American president.
February 23, 2009
73% Steer Clear of Mileage Tax
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood on Thursday proposed that motorists be taxed on how many miles they drive to help pay for fixing and building roads and bridges, but President Obama quickly knocked the idea down.
February 23, 2009
46% Say Obama Should Be More Positive About The Economy
Former President Clinton last week gave fellow Democrat Barack Obama top marks for his handling of the economy but said the new chief executive needs to be more optimistic when talking publicly about economic issues. Forty-six percent (46%) of U.S. voters agree, saying President Obama should speak more positively about the economy.
February 23, 2009
Confidence in War on Terror Drops
Confidence in how America is doing in the War on Terror has dropped dramatically in the past two weeks. Just 47% of voters now believe the United States and its allies are winning. The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey found that 23% believe the terrorists are winning, while 25% say it's a draw. Six percent (6%) are undecided.
