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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 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.

Better health is one of the perks of being an entrepreneur in America. Entrepreneurs are less likely than other U.S. workers to report health issues and are more likely to exercise and eat well. But, one in four U.S. entrepreneurs lack health ...

Gallup's U.S. Economic Confidence Index climbed to -13 in November, the best monthly average since Gallup began daily tracking of economic confidence in 2008. Blacks and Democrats express the most confidence.

Americans spend an average of seven hours or more using their strengths on most days of the week, but on Sundays, usage of strengths drops to 6.7 hours. Those who report positive emotions, though, use their strengths more every day of the week.

As Americans cast their ballots Tuesday, their outlook on life was slightly better than it was four years ago. Now, more adults are thriving than struggling -- the opposite was true in October 2008. But, life ratings are down recently.

Seven in 10 voters say the outcome of this year's presidential election matters to them more than in previous years, similar to voter attitudes in 2008 and 2004. Republicans are more likely than Democrats to say the outcome matters.

Americans are most likely to identify as middle class, continuing a long-standing trend. But, fewer college graduates than ever say they are a part of the middle class.

The majority of Americans continue to say they are satisfied with the total cost they pay for healthcare, though those with Medicare or Medicaid are increasingly more satisfied, while those with private insurance are less so.

U.S. unemployment, as measured by Gallup without seasonal adjustment, fell to 7.0% for the month of October, down significantly from 7.9% in September. Seasonally adjusted unemployment is 7.4%, improved by more than a half a point.