While this poll underscores Bush's vulnerabilities, he does retain his core strengths — broad approval for handling the war on terrorism and an image as a strong leader. And while most Americans believe his administration intentionally exaggerated evidence of Iraq's weapons of mass destructions, far fewer (21 percent) think it outright lied. Indeed, two-thirds think the administration honestly believed Iraq did possess these weapons. Most also continue to say the war has contributed to the long-term security of the United States.
http://abcnews.go.com/sections/politics/US/bush_public_approval_poll_040212.html
The poll also says Bush's support is stronger than Kerry's. Go figure. The sheeple are mostly hearing one side of the story.
President Bush has an edge on the other major issue of the campaign season--national security. When asked who they trust more on national defense issues and the War on Terrorism, 52% of voters prefer Bush while 37% prefer Kerry.
http://www.rasmussenreports.com/Bush%20Kerry%20February%206.htm
And all sorts of articles say this is the lowest trustworthy point in Bush's presidency. The news coverage has basically been all Dems, 24/7. What do you think will happen to his rating when he starts fighting back? ...if/when Iraqi WMDs are found?
I'm not sure why, but for someone who was so gung ho GOP during the 2002 elections, you sure do seem to be expending a lot of effort publicly doubting President Bush.