Polls measure perceptions, not necessarily reality. People expect instant solutions to long-term problems, as if there is a "magic pill" that will fix an economy that has been sliding towards disaster for decades, and very nearly reached that point during the last administration. The reality is that there are no magic solutions, and some…
Polls measure perceptions, not necessarily reality. People expect instant solutions to long-term problems, as if there is a "magic pill" that will fix an economy that has been sliding towards disaster for decades, and very nearly reached that point during the last administration. The reality is that there are no magic solutions, and sometimes we have to make sacrifices to resolve our problems.
The other issue is that the President is dealing with a sharply divided Congress, and Republicans who refuse to even consider ANY solution that would require their rich donors to pay even a dime more in taxes. Never mind the faction that refuses to recognize the President as the legitimate President.
He's also dealing with the over-educated, under-intelligent, otherwise-unemployables of the Washington Press Corpse - all of whom rate a minimum of 10 chucktodds (a chucktodd being an internationally-recognized unit of measure of political moron stupidity).
I ceased watching Meet the Press after he was appointed as "moderator". I also change the channel if I'm on NBC or MSNBC and he shows up. Cannot stand that person.
Same for me. There are a few others (including Blitzer) who ask cringeworthy questions and make embarrassing comments. Easy to turn the tv off or change channels.
I think you nailed it. People have become so used to instant gratification and on-demand that they think that is the way the world works, and it doesn't. Biden inherited a mess and he's trying to clean it up. The Republicans ... I don't know. They just seem like a depressing bunch. You would think all their money would make them happy, but it doesn't seem to be working. What a waste of resources.
Also, I think people rely too much on polls and not enough on their own observations. Joe Biden is a decent person and he should have our support. Otherwise, we will just tear ourselves apart, which appears to be what we want right now.
Joe Biden is a decent person but he’s not an inspirational leader. He’s no Churchill, no Roosevelt. He’s not even a President Obama. He just can’t seem to get Americans to rally around the flag.
More of a Mister Rogers gone to Washington.
When he kept repeating time and again that Mitch McConnell was his friend and believed that Manchin could find him ten good Republican Senators, I knew that he was living in an alternate reality. Not in todays bare knuckle brawling political world.
Voted for him last time, and if he runs in ‘24, I’ll do it again. Just because he’s a nice guy.
He’s far more capable and knowledgeable than anyone gives him credit for. Look what he restored with our European leaders? A consensus after TFG tried to destroy years of work.
People on a steady diet of Fox have no idea what the truth is. He is not senile, but he is old. His cognition is intact, and I wish I had half his energy. We are so lucky to have him. No one else could have done what he’s done with an obstructionist GOP. The media indeed needs to report the successes. They won’t garner near the attention that negative stories do, but it’s true that hearing it often enough causes it to be accepted.
I'm tired of reading about his poll ratings and inflation. Why can't they talk about actions and accomplishments? Even NPR got on the ratings bandwagon with the headline that Zelensky is more popular than Biden.
What the hell? We don't really know Zalensky and we do know Biden. This really gets my goat. The Biden Administration is trying to get a number of things done on all fronts. While the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine has become a daily reality tv horror show, The Biden Administration continues to fight for social and political justice at home. Help him out or we will be eating Republican toast come November. Don't let this happen.
I think people are getting sick of nothing but negative, sensationalist headlines. I think we need to change that perception. I think there are lots of decent, intelligent people out there that are hungry for a different kind of reporting, one that champions the wins, not just the obstruction and losses. Let's get behind the Biden Administration and push. Try a fresh approach and champion the good once in a while.
Yes, do it because he’s a nice guy—caring, good character but also because of his vast experience, his historical knowledge. That can’t be emphasized enough. He remembers the past. He’s grounded in experience and has deep and long lasting ties in politics.
Two things to remember always:
Shakespeare wrote: “ What is past is prologue,”
and George Santayana wrote: “ Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”
Hey, Susan. I have observed that nothing makes the R's happy, at least in the public eye. They were busy crying even back when 45 was occupying the WH and they controlled the Senate, with a majority SCOTUS. Sad.
Thanks, Susan. Yes, it's all baed on the people's perception and what channel they watch. Do the polls even ask/report the respondents what things the administration has done? I don't think people know what this administration has done. The polls, therefore, are doing a disservice! They are part of media-bashing the Dems are experiencing.
Lots of Americans had huge hopes and dreams based on Biden’s campaign promises. Tax reform, immigration reform, crime reduction, expanded voter participation, more free stuff, on and on and on.
When I was in the business world, we lived by the saying “Under promise: over produce “
For a variety of reasons Biden has underproduced. Manchin and Sinema standout as among the primary causes.
I read opinion pieces from a wide variety of sources and have yet to read one, not even one, that predicts that Democrats will hold the House majority come midterms. Will that be Biden’s fault? Not really but it will happen anyway.
Polls measure perceptions, not necessarily reality. People expect instant solutions to long-term problems, as if there is a "magic pill" that will fix an economy that has been sliding towards disaster for decades, and very nearly reached that point during the last administration. The reality is that there are no magic solutions, and sometimes we have to make sacrifices to resolve our problems.
The other issue is that the President is dealing with a sharply divided Congress, and Republicans who refuse to even consider ANY solution that would require their rich donors to pay even a dime more in taxes. Never mind the faction that refuses to recognize the President as the legitimate President.
He's also dealing with the over-educated, under-intelligent, otherwise-unemployables of the Washington Press Corpse - all of whom rate a minimum of 10 chucktodds (a chucktodd being an internationally-recognized unit of measure of political moron stupidity).
Ha. Good definition.
Thanks for ”chucktodd”— now my favorite new expression to replace “dullard.” Never understood how he managed to rise in the newscaster ranks.
I ceased watching Meet the Press after he was appointed as "moderator". I also change the channel if I'm on NBC or MSNBC and he shows up. Cannot stand that person.
Same for me. There are a few others (including Blitzer) who ask cringeworthy questions and make embarrassing comments. Easy to turn the tv off or change channels.
He's impossible.
I think you nailed it. People have become so used to instant gratification and on-demand that they think that is the way the world works, and it doesn't. Biden inherited a mess and he's trying to clean it up. The Republicans ... I don't know. They just seem like a depressing bunch. You would think all their money would make them happy, but it doesn't seem to be working. What a waste of resources.
Also, I think people rely too much on polls and not enough on their own observations. Joe Biden is a decent person and he should have our support. Otherwise, we will just tear ourselves apart, which appears to be what we want right now.
Joe Biden is a decent person but he’s not an inspirational leader. He’s no Churchill, no Roosevelt. He’s not even a President Obama. He just can’t seem to get Americans to rally around the flag.
More of a Mister Rogers gone to Washington.
When he kept repeating time and again that Mitch McConnell was his friend and believed that Manchin could find him ten good Republican Senators, I knew that he was living in an alternate reality. Not in todays bare knuckle brawling political world.
Voted for him last time, and if he runs in ‘24, I’ll do it again. Just because he’s a nice guy.
Me too. Mr Rodgers doesn’t sound like a bad idea today.
Much needed, in fact.
The same problem Jimmy Carter had. Frustrating to see that so many want a publicity hound “rock star,” which explains how 45 got elected.
He’s far more capable and knowledgeable than anyone gives him credit for. Look what he restored with our European leaders? A consensus after TFG tried to destroy years of work.
People on a steady diet of Fox have no idea what the truth is. He is not senile, but he is old. His cognition is intact, and I wish I had half his energy. We are so lucky to have him. No one else could have done what he’s done with an obstructionist GOP. The media indeed needs to report the successes. They won’t garner near the attention that negative stories do, but it’s true that hearing it often enough causes it to be accepted.
I'm tired of reading about his poll ratings and inflation. Why can't they talk about actions and accomplishments? Even NPR got on the ratings bandwagon with the headline that Zelensky is more popular than Biden.
What the hell? We don't really know Zalensky and we do know Biden. This really gets my goat. The Biden Administration is trying to get a number of things done on all fronts. While the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine has become a daily reality tv horror show, The Biden Administration continues to fight for social and political justice at home. Help him out or we will be eating Republican toast come November. Don't let this happen.
I think people are getting sick of nothing but negative, sensationalist headlines. I think we need to change that perception. I think there are lots of decent, intelligent people out there that are hungry for a different kind of reporting, one that champions the wins, not just the obstruction and losses. Let's get behind the Biden Administration and push. Try a fresh approach and champion the good once in a while.
Just shut up already, Rose. You’re starting to piss me off.
Yes, do it because he’s a nice guy—caring, good character but also because of his vast experience, his historical knowledge. That can’t be emphasized enough. He remembers the past. He’s grounded in experience and has deep and long lasting ties in politics.
Two things to remember always:
Shakespeare wrote: “ What is past is prologue,”
and George Santayana wrote: “ Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”
I'll take a decent person over the vast majority of the current GOP any day!
Hey, Susan. I have observed that nothing makes the R's happy, at least in the public eye. They were busy crying even back when 45 was occupying the WH and they controlled the Senate, with a majority SCOTUS. Sad.
Thanks, Susan. Yes, it's all baed on the people's perception and what channel they watch. Do the polls even ask/report the respondents what things the administration has done? I don't think people know what this administration has done. The polls, therefore, are doing a disservice! They are part of media-bashing the Dems are experiencing.
Lots of Americans had huge hopes and dreams based on Biden’s campaign promises. Tax reform, immigration reform, crime reduction, expanded voter participation, more free stuff, on and on and on.
When I was in the business world, we lived by the saying “Under promise: over produce “
For a variety of reasons Biden has underproduced. Manchin and Sinema standout as among the primary causes.
I read opinion pieces from a wide variety of sources and have yet to read one, not even one, that predicts that Democrats will hold the House majority come midterms. Will that be Biden’s fault? Not really but it will happen anyway.
Then get your lazy ass up and do something about it, Mr Monday Morning Quarterback. You make me sick.
For all that, you can thank the Republicans. Forget the variety of reasons. They are trying to hamstring Biden like they did Obama
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