Public Perception of the Federal Government in the U.S.

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A new poll by the Pew Research Center shows that less than a quarter of the U.S. population has a positive opinion about the federal government, with approval ratings dropping significantly from previous years.

Key Points

  • Only 22% of U.S. adults hold a favorable view of the federal government
  • Significant drop in approval ratings since previous years
  • State and local government approval ratings differ from federal ratings

Pros

  • Insight into public opinion towards the federal government
  • Data on approval ratings from different political affiliations

Cons

  • Low approval ratings indicate potential issues with governance
  • Political polarization evident in approval discrepancies