MAIL ONLINE: The number of Americans worried about the economy has reached its highest level since the darkest days of the recession two years ago, according to a new survey published today.
The Rasmussen poll showed that 87% of voters view the economy as by far the most important issue facing the government.
The percentage is five points up from an October poll and underlines the task still faced by President Obama to restore confidence in the shell-shocked financial system.
Improving the economy is seen as the highest priority since August 2008, when the scale of the financial crisis was first becoming clear.
Only 24% of voters agree with Mr Obama’s claims that his policies have the economy moving in the right direction. However, halfway into the Obama presidency more voters still believe the Bush White House was more to blame for the financial collapse than the current administration. Welcome home, Mr President: Poll reveals fears over economy at highest level since recession as Obamas return from Hawaii
>>> David Gardner | Wednesday, January 05, 2011
