Bush Sets Disapproval Record

69% of Americans give prez thumbs down—lowest in Gallup's 70 years

By Nick McMaster, Newser Staff

Posted Apr 22, 2008 1:08 PM CDT

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Bush Sets Disapproval Record — This image, provided by the Comedy Central, shows the cast lineup for the cable channel's new animated series "Lil' Bush." from left, Lil' Condi, Lil' George, Lil' Jeb. (AP Photo/Comedy Central)

Only 28% of Americans approve of George W. Bush’s handling of the presidency, a new low for his administration, USA Today reports. In addition, his disapproval rate—69%—is the lowest in the 70-year history of the Gallup poll. Dissatisfaction over war in Iraq and the soured economy continue to pummel Dubya, whose 90% post-9/11 approval rating also set a record.

Support for Bush continues to show a partisan split:

66% of Republicans approve, 32% disapprove
91% of Democrats disapprove
23% of independents approve, 72% disapprove

(More Bush administration stories.)

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