2010 2010 Congressional Connection
The Pew Research/National Journal Congressional Connection Poll, sponsored by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), was a weekly survey conducted in 2010 with a special focus on the themes and issues directly related to Congress. These polls complemented the Pew Research Center’s ongoing comprehensive surveys on politics, the press, the economy and international affairs.
Possible Negatives for Candidates: Vote for Bank Bailout, Palin Support
Obama Viewed as Doing Better than GOP Leaders in Explaining Vision
Earmarks Could Help Candidates in Midterms; Palin and Tea Party Connections Could Hurt
Obama’s Policies Seen as Better than Bush’s for Improving the Economy
Gov’t Economic Policies Seen as Boon for Banks and Big Business, Not Middle Class or Poor
Public’s Priorities, Financial Regs
Congress's Job Rating - 13%







