From January 4 through 6, Gallup asked a question that is not directly political, but offers some interesting sense of where the American electorate is right now…
Next, I’m going to read some aspects of life in America today. For each one, please say whether you are — very satisfied, somewhat satisfied, somewhat dissatisfied, or very dissatisfied. How about…
The overall quality of life: 82 percent “satisfied” 17 percent “dissatisfied”
The opportunity for a person to get ahead by working hard: 68 percent “satisfied” 31 percent “dissatisfied”
The influence of organized religion: 56 percent “satisfied” 39 percent “dissatisfied”
Our system of government and how well it works: 53 percent “satisfied” 47 percent “dissatisfied”
The size and power of the federal government: 41 percent “satisfied” 57 percent “dissatisfied”
The moral and ethical climate: 39 percent “satisfied” 59 percent “dissatisfied”
The size and influence of major corporations: 35 percent “satisfied” 61 percent “dissatisfied”
I wonder if those unhappy about the size and power of the federal government think it’s too big, or too small…