In a startling revelation from a recent poll, President Joe Biden has been ranked as the least effective leader in modern U.S. history, surpassing even Richard Nixon and Jimmy Carter.
The Daily Mail reported that an exclusive survey found that President Biden was deemed the worst president in nearly half a century, underlining a presidency marred by multiple controversies.
According to a poll conducted by the Daily Mail and J.L. Partners, 1006 registered voters expressed overwhelming discontent with Biden's tenure in the White House. With 44 percent rating him among the worst two presidents, Biden's popularity has seen significant decline.
This survey positions Biden 30 points underwater, a lower net score than Richard Nixon at -25 and Donald Trump at -15, indicating a severe disapproval of his presidency.
James Johnson, co-founder of J.L. Partners, described the results as 'diabolical,' highlighting a widespread dissatisfaction among voters towards Biden's administration.
Contributing to the disfavor was Biden's controversial decision to pardon his son Hunter, convicted of gun and tax charges. This action went against his earlier promises and resulted in a 4-point drop in his approval rating to 37 percent.
Over half of the American voters disagreed with the pardon, viewing it as a nepotistic move that further tainted Biden's presidency.
Johnson remarked that Biden's age and general conduct in office, including the mishandled withdrawal from Afghanistan and the crisis at the southern border, played significant roles in shaping public opinion.
Biden announced the end of his reelection campaign in July, conceding his lag behind Donald Trump in polls and succumbing to pressure from Democratic allies.
This early withdrawal from the electoral race has left the party scrambling, with senior Democrats blaming Biden for not providing Vice President Kamala Harris enough time to prepare an effective campaign.
Johnson expressed concern that Biden, who initially defeated Trump, is now perceived as the president who allowed Trump's political resurgence.
Throughout his presidency, Biden faced multiple criticisms, not just domestically but also on international stages. One notable moment was during a meeting with African leaders in Angola, where he appeared to fall asleep, which was widely reported and criticized.
Despite his attempts to engage internationally, these moments have overshadowed his efforts, further denting his image.
Historically, Ronald Reagan topped the same poll, followed by Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, indicating a stark contrast in presidential effectiveness as perceived by voters.
Interestingly, Richard Nixon, despite the Watergate scandal, ranked higher than Biden, which analysts like Johnson find surprising given the historical impact of Nixon's presidency.
Johnson's analysis points out a recency bias against Biden as the current incumbent, which he believes has exacerbated the negative perceptions.
Nevertheless, he concludes that the numbers are worse than expected, and Biden's presidency will likely be remembered more for its failures than its successes.
With Biden set to leave office on January 20 next year at the age of 82, the Democratic Party faces a pivotal moment in redefining its leadership and approach.
The fallout from this poll and Biden's overall performance may influence the strategic decisions of the party as they approach the next election cycle without him.
As the political landscape adjusts to these realities, the implications of this presidency will resonate with voters and political analysts alike, shaping the narrative of U.S. presidential effectiveness for years to come.
