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Poll Reveals American Discontent with Biden's Presidency

A recent poll shows that Americans view Biden's presidency less favorably than Trump's or Obama's at the end of their terms.

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  1. Americans have dimmer view of Biden than they did of Trump or Obama as term ends, new poll finds

    Biden’s standing is also much lower than the last outgoing Democratic president, Obama, who left office with about half of Americans describing his tenure as “good” or “great,” according to another AP-NORC poll.

    Americans have dimmer view of Biden than they did of Trump or Obama as term ends, new poll finds

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  2. Americans have dimmer view of Biden than they did of Trump or Obama, poll finds

    It’s a stark illustration of how tarnished Biden’s legacy has become, with many members of his own party seeing his Democratic presidency as merely mediocre.

    Americans have dimmer view of Biden than they did of Trump or Obama, poll finds

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Updated: Jan 10th, 2025, 11:13 AM ET

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As President Joe Biden prepares to leave office, a recent poll indicates that Americans' views of his presidency are considerably dimmer compared to the end of Donald Trump and Barack Obama’s terms. Only a quarter of adults described Biden as a 'good' or 'great' president, with less than 10% labeling him 'great.' Discontent is particularly strong among Black and Hispanic Americans, with significant numbers indicating they believe they are worse off since he took office. The findings suggest that Biden's presidency is viewed as tarnished and mediocre, with many feeling he did not fulfill campaign promises, despite legislative achievements in areas such as healthcare and infrastructure.

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