They Like Him

I continue to be surprised by Obama's approval/popularity. He's even getting some Bush dead ender support. From email (CNN):

1. Do you approve or disapprove of the way Barack Obama is handling his presidential transition?

Approve Disapprove No Opinion

January 12-15, 2009 84% 14% 2%

Whites 81% 17% 3%

Blacks 96% 3% 1%

Dec. 19-21, 2008 82% 15% 3%

Dec. 1-2, 2008 79% 18% 3%