I've Heard of Lame Ducks, But This Is Ridiculous

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Originally Posted by Lemur

I do think that Congress's low approval is a story, but one that requires some tiny amount of context, and one that does not reflect meaningfully on el Presidente's current situation. So pardon me if I see bringing it up every time Bush's low numbers are discussed as a bit of a smokescreen.

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I think both should be taken in measure. Yes, Bush has quite low numbers, but congress also has numbers that are at or even below historical lows. The public is clearly dissatisfied with government in general, as well as with president Bush in specific. I don't know that I'd term it a smokescreen to point out that Congress is also polling at all-time lows.

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Originally Posted by Gawain of Orkeny

Its all about Washingtons disconnect from the people. The immigration bill is a good example. They simply dont listen to us. Neither side delivered to its constituants. Their all too damn busy playing politics.

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This is so sad but 100% true. Baring some lip service, most congresscritters that I've seen cheerful ignore their constituency and do as they damn well please for their own personal gain. The general attitude seems to be "Because we know better than you all" moreso lately. As Xiahou pointed out, these polls are symptoms of a much bigger problem overall. :no: