Obama’s ratings during the midterm elections was at about 42 percent – a figure that remained the same for about 15 months until recently, where it moved up to 46 percent.
The reason why this rating is so important even if it is rather small is that it indicates whether or not the American people will elect another Democratic administration or not.
Ever since the beginning of the recession, the American people are of the opinion that the economy is excellent or good due to accelerated economic growth and which is why Obama has seen a turnaround when it comes to these figures.
One can also attribute this increase in numbers to the executive actions that he has taken in regard to Cuba, immigration, Internet policy and climate change. In fact, his ratings among Hispanic adults has jumped up by 15 points even if it isn’t clear whether Democrats or liberals have become more supportive since then.
As for the 2016 Presidential Elections, it only makes sense that if the President’s ratings are at or nearly 50 percent, then this could result in a clear victory for the Democratic candidate as opposed to a closely fought race that could be won by the other party.
And even though there’s still time for the 2016 elections, Obama’s rating could still climb with more good economic news to follow.
But no matter what, these poll results are a clear indicator that the Republicans cannot count on the Presidential elections being an easy win much like the midterm elections if his ratings continue to rise.