King Midas and Obama’s Less Than Golden Touch
Posted on 09. Feb, 2010 by James Devere in American Politics
By Rachel Land Ancient Greek myths tell of a god named Midas who ruled over Phyrgia (present day Turkey). The gods bestowed him with a touch that turned everything into gold. Today, we have a President who is quite the opposite; from climate gate and healthcare setbacks, to failed help in midterm campaigns; it is [...]
Presidential Pitfalls: Obama’s Approval Ratings Drop to a New Low
Posted on 16. Dec, 2009 by James Devere in American Politics
President Obama’s approval rating has dropped to 44%, the lowest of any president at this point in his administration. The 44% approval record did not come about by itself; it was not a result of an inherited economy, and it is not George Bush’s fault. The President has stepped in it often and of his [...]
