Bush Sees No Post-Power Legacy Bump — How Do You Feel?


Updated 04/06/09 11:26 AM · Posted by CitizenSugar · 29 comments

Bush Sees No Post-Power Legacy Bump —  How Do You Feel?

President Bush said recently that Barack Obama deserved his silence. But that doesn't mean Bush deserves America's approval. Both George W. Bush and Dick Cheney are viewed unfavorably by 63 percent of Americans, a rate that mirrors their low approval ratings during their final years in power. In fact, Bush's 35 percent approval rating isn't too far off from his all-time low of 32 percent. Bush Read more

Congress Approval Hits Four-Year High — Do You Approve?


Updated 03/19/09 10:16 PM · Posted by CitizenSugar · 23 comments

Congress Approval Hits Four-Year High — Do You Approve?

Americans see their Congress in a rosier light these days. Accordingly, Congress saw a 20-point increase in its approval rating over the last two months, a jump that surely has Democrats basking in the good news. Thirty-nine percent of Americans now approve of the way national lawmakers handle their jobs. Increased satisfaction among Democrats is largely responsible for the spike. So tell me — Read more

Do You Think Global Warming Is Exaggerated?


Updated 03/14/09 8:14 AM · Posted by CitizenSugar · 69 comments

Do You Think Global Warming Is Exaggerated?

Well it looks like a backlash against green is upon us just in time for St. Patrick's Day Earth Day. According to a new Gallup Poll, a growing number of Americans think global warming is exaggerated. Today, a record-breaking 41 percent of Americans believe the news hypes up the seriousness of global warming, compared to 28 percent who think the media underestimates the threat. And 29 percent of Read more

Americans Heart Canada the Most — What's Your Favorite Country?


Updated 02/27/09 4:19 PM · Posted by CitizenSugar · 52 comments

Americans Heart Canada the Most — What's Your Favorite Country?

Nine in 10 Americans have a favorable opinion of Canada, making the northern neighbor America's most favored nation! According to a new Gallup Poll only 6 percent of Yankees hold an unfavorable view of Canucks. Judging from President Obama's warm reception last week in Ontario, the friendly feeling is mutual. Check out which other countries fill out the top-five list of Americans' favorite Read more

Alphabet Cities: How Well Do You Know Your Rankings?


Updated 02/23/09 11:51 AM · Posted by LibertySugar · 21 comments

Best and Worst Rankings of US Cities

Ranking American cities has become an all-out fixation lately; the combinations are as endless as the lists. We've shown you the best and the worst, so you must be getting savvy at knowing who's doing well and who's doing . . . well? Take my quiz to see if you know what's what. Or? Just guess! Source Take the Quiz Read more

Do You Think the Stimulus Will Help the Economy?


Updated 02/18/09 8:16 AM · Posted by CitizenSugar · 77 comments

Do You Think the Stimulus Will Help the Economy?

Americans have some pretty low expectations these days. In a new poll only 38 percent of voters said they believe the $787 billion stimulus plan will help the economy. Middle-income Americans are more likely to think the package will hurt the economy more than help it; while low and upper income individuals are more optimistic. Those making below $40,000 or above $100,000 are more likely to Read more

America's Top 10 Most Popular Cities!


Updated 03/09/09 9:09 AM · Posted by CitizenSugar · 52 comments

America's Top 10 Most Popular Cities!

Each year the Pew Research Center looks into social and demographic trends. The survey investigates whether Americans like cities more than suburbs (the young do), whether they are satisfied with where they live (80 percent are), and how often they move (37 percent have lived in the same place their whole lives). It also breaks down preferences by political party, age, and gender. But my favorite Read more

Has Big Brother Gone Too Far? US Wants Cell Phones & Soda


Updated 01/28/09 2:02 PM · Posted by CitizenSugar · 59 comments

Has Big Brother Gone Too Far? US Wants Cell Phones & Soda

When it comes to letting the government watch out for public safety, some things are off-limits for Americans. A new survey shows that while 62 percent of US adults think there should be a national ban on smoking in public locations, only 38 percent support a ban on cell-phone use while driving, and 70 percent oppose a tax on nondiet soda. Despite the fact that smoking, driving distractions, Read more

Will the US Be Better Off in Four Years?


Updated 01/21/09 5:30 PM · Posted by CitizenSugar · 87 comments

Will the US Be Better Off in Four Years?

The rate of optimism in America has barely broken 50 percent since 1993; but this month hopefulness has spiked. A new Gallup poll shows that 72 percent of Americans think the country will be better off in four years from now, while only 20 percent think it will be worse off after Barack Obama's first term. The optimism surrounding Barack Obama's inauguration stands out more when compared to that Read more

Should the Bush Administration Do More For Peace in Gaza?


Updated 01/14/09 9:21 AM · Posted by LibertySugar · 46 comments

Should the Bush Administration Do More For Peace in Gaza?

A recent Gallup poll asked Americans whether the Bush administration should be doing more, is doing the right amount, or should be doing less to help resolve the conflict in Gaza. Only 33 percent said the current American leadership should be doing more, compared to a combined 52 percent who oppose more US involvement. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice has been calling for a sustainable Read more