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Congress Approval at 18%, Stuck in Long-Term Low Streak

Americans' approval of the job Congress is doing fell to 18% in November, after an October spike to 21%. While improved over the record-low 10% readings from earlier this year, approval remains low from a long-term perspective.

Petraeus' Image Takes Hit, Still More Positive Than Negative

Former CIA Director and retired Gen. David Petraeus' image has taken a hit amid recent scandal, but still more Americans view him favorably (40%) than unfavorably (30%). The majority, though, believes it was necessary he resign.

Before COVID-19, 66% Across Africa Lacked Money for Food

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, a record two in three adults in sub-Saharan Africa reported not having enough money for food in the past year, marking the seventh consecutive year of increases on this measure.

Americans Still Think Obama Will Seek Bipartisan Solutions

Most Americans, 65%, believe President Obama will earnestly try to work with the Republicans in Congress to solve the nation's problems, though this is down from 2008. Less than half, 48%, believe the Republicans will respond in kind.

Majority of Americans Are Upbeat About the Next Four Years

As President Obama transitions to a second term, 54% of Americans believe the country will be better off four years from now. This is down considerably from 2008, but compares favorably with the start of other presidential terms.

Americans Assess What Obama Can Accomplish in Next Term

Americans are most optimistic about the Obama administration's ability to deal with Afghanistan, minorities and the poor, education, and terrorism. They are less positive the administration can tackle immigration, taxes, or the deficit.

Activator: Highlights From Your CliftonStrengths 34

The CliftonStrengths themes at the top of your profile are the most powerful and give you the greatest chance for success. Join us as we discuss Activator.

Life Ratings Crashed Amid Lebanon's Meltdown

As protests erupted across the country in 2019, Lebanese adults' ratings of their lives dropped to a historic low. Just 4% rated their lives positively enough to be considered "thriving."

Why Banks Must Rebuild Confidence Now

Four years after the U.S. financial crisis, the image of the banking business has hit a new low. Fixing this problem is essential to achieving strong economic growth.

U.S. Consumer Spending Slows in September

Americans' self-reported daily spending stalled out in September, falling to an average of $74, after climbing for two months and reaching $77 in August, its highest level in nearly four years.