As for the top concern , 53 % of those questioned said the economy is still in a recession , even though the recession technically ended 3Â½ years ago . Obama 's approval rating has dropped a few points in polls since his election . His numbers stand well below those of his predecessors at similar points in their terms . While Obama 's numbers have dropped , they 're still well above those of Congress . Two - thirds of those surveyed say they 'll watch Obama , but there 's a partisan divide .
Obama 's approval rating has dropped a few points in polls since his election . His numbers stand well below those of his predecessors at similar points in their terms . While Obama 's numbers have dropped , they 're still well above those of Congress . Two - thirds of those surveyed say they 'll watch Obama , but there 's a partisan divide .