Failed policies have consequences.

According to the poll, Obama’s overall job-approval rating stands at 43 percent, up 1 point from the previous NBC/WSJ survey conducted in late October, his lowest showing ever in the poll.

But 54 percent say they disapprove of his job, which is the highest mark in his presidency.

In addition, for the second straight survey, Obama’s favorable/unfavorable score is a net-negative (42 percent positive, 46 percent negative).

And a combined 50 percent say they are either “disappointed” or “dissatisfied” with the president, versus a combined 28 percent who are “proud” or “satisfied.”

It is well past time to reverse course and enact policies grounded in free markets, freedom, and individual responsibility.