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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2009
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Bush Sets Disapproval Record

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

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(Newser) – 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

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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)
69% of American disapprove of President Bush in a new Gallup poll, a record in the company's 70 years of surveying public opinion.
69% of American disapprove of President Bush in a new Gallup poll, a record in the company's 70 years of surveying public opinion.   (AP Photo/Judi Bottoni)
69% of American disapprove of President Bush in a new Gallup poll, a record in the company's 70 years of surveying public opinion.
69% of American disapprove of President Bush in a new Gallup poll, a record in the company's 70 years of surveying public opinion.   (AP Photo/Ron Edmonds)
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