Inauguration day will soon be upon us, but, based on a Gallup poll released on Monday, most Americans are not hopeful that good things will follow.
Inauguration day will soon be upon us, but, based on a Gallup poll released on Monday, most Americans are not hopeful that good things will follow.
In various categories, Donald Trump’s confidence ratings lag behind those of the most recent incoming presidents.
Only 46% said they believe Trump is capable of handing a crisis of the international variety and just 47% have a positive view of his ability to use the military wisely.
When asked about the likelihood that the soon-to-be president will enjoy an administration free of significant scandals, 44% indicated they foresee such a thing happening.
The percentages earned by Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton in those areas were, on average, no less than 70%.
Trump fared a bit better on matters involving the economy and working with Congress, garnering 59% and 60%, respectively.
The poll was conducted between December 7 and 11 and involved 1,028 randomly chosen adults.
