American Disillusionment

Trump Approval Rating Falls to 38 Percent: Reactions and Concerns

Trump approval rating slips to 38 percent: Poll. Well, that’s the headline, and it seems to have sparked quite a reaction, to put it mildly. The general sentiment appears to be one of disbelief, frustration, and concern that the number isn’t even lower. It’s clear that this 38% figure is viewed as alarmingly high by many, and that’s the starting point for this whole conversation.

It’s important to acknowledge the raw, unfiltered reactions. Some people are expressing a sense of national failure. There’s a lot of shock that any percentage of the population would approve of his actions. This is compounded by references to potentially harmful lies.… Continue reading

Americans’ Disgust: Why National Pride Is Dwindling

A recent Gallup poll indicates a significant decline in national pride, particularly among Democrats, with only 36% expressing pride. This has created the widest partisan gap since 2001, alongside younger generations demonstrating lower patriotism levels than their elders. While 92% of Republicans feel proud, only four in ten Gen Z members and six in ten Millennials share the sentiment. Experts suggest that generational differences, and specifically the political leanings of each generation, are contributing factors to this trend, with Democrats and Independents showing a slow but consistent decline in national pride over time.

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