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WHAT FACTORS AFFECT A PRESIDENTS POPULARITY? ... The presidents constitutional powers are constant, but it is the perceived power that changes. This power can be strengthened or weakened by his popularity with the public. ... A presidents popularity is also affected by events, some of his own making and others not. Public opinion polls of a presidents performance are indicators of his power and affect his popularity with the masses, especially government and non-governmental elites.
Majority of the United States presidents enter office as popular elected leaders. ... The presidents ratings are dependent upon successfully achieving the masses expectations. ...
The presidents position is a key element within the elites system (262). ... The presidents public policy must be more beneficial to elites (262). ... High approval ratings from the masses and elites are necessary to increase the presidents power and ability to maintain leadership. ... If he cannot pass his legislation or vetoes a bill, his policy making is limited and popularity decreases (272). Another major factors that may contribute either positive or negative public approval is the presidents handling of events, whether at home or abroad. ...
Domestic crisis can either decrease or increase a presidents popularity. ... On the other hand, even if a president wins a war, but cannot effectively handle domestic policies, especially the economy, his popularity may decline.
Approximate Word count = 990
Approximate Pages = 4
(250 words per page double spaced)
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