As the days tick away, anticipation grows for the conclusion of Joe Biden’s presidency. His time in office has been marked by significant challenges and controversies, leaving many critics eager for January 20 to arrive. Throughout his tenure, Biden has faced intense scrutiny, with some labeling him as one of the least effective presidents in history.
A major focus of criticism during Biden’s presidency has been his economic policies. Under his leadership, the economy has encountered turbulent times, notably with rising inflation rates. This economic instability has had a direct impact on public perception, as recent polling data paints a bleak picture for Biden’s approval ratings.
According to Fox News, as Biden nears the end of his term, a significant portion of voters feel negatively impacted by his economic strategies. The survey indicates that an overwhelming 77% have unfavorable views about the current state of the economy and their personal financial situations. Moreover, three-quarters of respondents report experiencing financial hardships due to inflation over the past six months—a sentiment that has persisted for more than two years.
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Idalou News reports:
President Joe Biden’s approval rating in November was 37%, the lowest mark for any U.S. president at that point in their first term since former President Jimmy Carter, according to Gallup polling.
Gallup polling shows Biden lags behind other outgoing presidents based on November approval ratings in their final years. Former President-elect Donald Trump’s approval rating in November 2020 was 43%, as was former President George H.W. Bush’s approval rating in November 1992.
Carter’s approval rating was 31% in November 1980, when 52 Americans were held captive during the Iranian Hostage Crisis.
Only 37% of respondents to a Fox News poll expressed approval of Biden’s foreign policy. Roughly 1 in 3 support his work on inflation, while just 31% approve of his efforts to secure the border, according to the outlet.
According to a Gallup poll, 71% had high hopes for race relations in this country at the start of the Obama/Biden administration, and at the end of their administration, that number had fallen to 32%.
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The poll also reveals increasing pessimism about economic conditions since Biden took office. While some Democrats continue to support his policies, only a small number feel positively affected by them. Interestingly, there is a slight uptick in optimism regarding future economic improvements compared to last year; however, this hope is more commonly found among Republicans than Democrats.
Adding to Biden’s challenges is public opinion concerning how he will be remembered historically. Only one in four Americans believe he will be regarded as an above-average president, while one-third predict he will rank among the worst in American history—a harsh judgment indeed.