President Hits New Low (and High):
According to USA Today, George Bush is now the Babe Ruth of presidential approval ratings.
Many of us remember Babe Ruth as one of the greatest home run hitters of all time. His record of 714 held for nearly 30 years until Hank Aaron broke it in 1974. However Babe Ruth also struck out more times than anyone in getting to his home run record. He seemed to be only capable of wild success and eroding failure at the plate.
In the 70 year history of the Gallup Poll, President George Bush has received the highest approval rating (90% in September of 2001) and, as of this week, the lowest, 28%, breaking President Harry S. Truman’s record of %29, during the Korean War.
It’s a historic day. I don’t know whether to laugh or cry.