U.S. Presidents Ranked by Approval Rating

Obama inherited the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression. His administration passed the Recovery Act to revive the economy, rescued the auto industry, and reformed healthcare with the Affordable Care Act. He also ordered the mission that killed Osama bin Laden.

Despite major achievements, opposition was fierce. Many Americans admired his calm leadership, while others saw him as distant or overly cautious. His approval remained steady but divided along party lines. Through challenges and triumphs, he stayed optimistic, often reminding the nation that progress takes time.