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the percentage of the public that thinks a president is doing a good job
Popularity and public approval ratings significantly influence a president's ability to leverage informal powers, such as persuasion and coalition-building. High approval ratings can enhance a president's credibility and political capital, making it easier to rally support for policies and initiatives. Conversely, low approval ratings may undermine a president's influence, making it challenging to garner cooperation from Congress and other stakeholders. Ultimately, a president's effectiveness in using informal powers often hinges on public perception and political goodwill.
The president has the power but must get approval from congress.
The president has the power but must get approval from congress.
unions had the approval of the courts and public
Based on early approval ratings at the start of his term, it would seem that the American public liked President Barack Obama better than President George W. Bush, who had a very low approval rating in the polls at the end of his two terms just before President Obama assumed office.
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Approval ratings were not calculated during Washington's two terms as President. Washington considered his role largely ceremonial and did not court public favor, though he was well-liked.
Maureen Bush has written: 'Public participation in resource development after project approval' -- subject(s): Citizen participation, Economic development projects, Natural resources
The War Powers Act of 1973 (Public Law 93-148) limits the power of the President of the United States to wage war without the approval of Congress.
The Vietnam War hurt his image.