Two sets of data indicate that the sharp left turn toward liberal, interventionist policies we’ve seen over the past six months is opening some eyes. More Americans now realize what they’re seeing.
First, from Gallup:
A Gallup Poll finds a statistically significant increase since last year in the percentage of Americans who describe the Democratic Party’s views as being “too liberal,” from 39% to 46%. This is the largest percentage saying so since November 1994, after the party’s losses in that year’s midterm elections.
Second, from Public Policy Polling:
Barack Obama’s approval rating in North Carolina hit its lowest level since he took office this month, and one group that he’s seen a particularly steep decline with is conservative white Democrats.
