President Obama's Polls Are High After First 100 Days

The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 percent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assult weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe waterboarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assault weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe water boarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News. The American people spoke in a new poll released by a poll taken by CBS and the New York Times.

The poll showed that President Barack Obama was still doing very well with the American public. Sixty eight percent of those polled approve of Obama's job performance, with only 23 percent disapproving.

If you break Obama's numbers up into issues, his approval is high on every issue. On foreign policy, Obama's approval rating is 50 percent. On Iraq, his approval rating is 54 percent. On Afghanistan, his approval rating is 58 percent. On terrorism in general, Obama stands at 52 percent. On the economy, Obama is at 55 percent. In each case, his disapproval ratings are real low.

Another thing the poll showed in regards to Obama is more American people think the country is going in the right direction, despite the economy still lagging behind. Currently, 41 percent believe the country is heading in the right direction, while 50 percent believe it is going in the wrong direction. Last month, the numbers were 39 and 53 percent.

The good numbers are even benefiting the vice president and the First Lady. The poll showed that 50 percent approve of the way Vice President Joe Biden is doing his job and 84 percent approve of Michele Obama.

But, the poll doesn't bring all good news. Many Americans remain skeptical that real change to our policies on foreign policy issues, such as Iraq. Only 44 percent believe Obama will end our involvement in Iraq, while 45 npercent say he won't.

In addition, many Americans are skeptical about real change in some of our domestic policy. Only 16 percent find it very likely significant health care reform will come and 27 percent say it is real likely that energy reform will come. Finally, nine percent believe real immigration reform will come.

On Congress' numbers, their approval ratings overall continue to suffer. Only 28 percent approve of Congress' job performance, while 55 percent disapprove, which is about the same since the last poll taken.

As for Republicans, their numbers are exactly the opposite of President Obama. On taxes and spending, only 23 percent believe Republicans are opposed because they truly believe the president's policies are fiscally liberal, while 70 percent believe they are playing politics.

The poll also showed that more and more people are disassociating themselves with the Republican Party. Only 20 percent call themselves a Republican in this poll, while 38 percent call themselves Democrat. Thirty-six percent say they are Independent or another third party, which has lately been on the increase.

As for one of the Republicans former leaders, ex Vice President Dick Cheney, his polls are even lower. The poll said 19 percent viewed him as favorable, while 42 percent said he is unfavorable, which are worse numbers than the last time they polled him.

Former President George W. Bush did not do much better. Only 23 percent approve of President Bush when they look back and 70 percent disapprove. Those numbers are worse than the previous numbers.

In addition, most Americans continue to describe themselves as moderate voters. The poll said 42 percent view themselves as moderate, while 29 percent call themselves conservative and 21 percent say they are liberal. The number of conservatives has ticked down, while liberals and moderates have stayed about the same.

When it comes to the issues, most Americans are most concerned about the economy. Fifty-nine percent believe the economy and jobs are the top issue that Obama and Congress should be focusing on. The second issue was tied between immigration and health care, which came in at three percent.

If the economy is taken out of the equation, Americans are split over education and health care. Health care would come in at 39 percent, while education comes in at 36 percent.

In other issues, most Americans still believe in the assault weapons ban, but that number has drastically decreased. Most Americans believe water boarding is torture, but do not believe in going after the Bush Administration for torture. In addition, most view Afghanistan going poorly, while they see some moderate progress in Iraq.

Finally, most Americans believe Obama's election has improved race relations in America.

The full poll can be seen on the New York Times Web site. Articles on the poll can be in the New York Times or on CBS News.