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What percentage of Americans blame President George W. Bush for the country’s economic problems? What percentage blame President Obama? What percentage blame both?

54% of Americans say President George W. Bush is most responsible for the country’s economic problems, while 29% blame President Obama. 9% say both are to blame.

The Washington Post/ABC News Poll

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