Poll watch
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
In a global poll of more than 21,000 people, two thirds of married couples or people with a significant other say their partner is their most important source of happiness. 38% said the best thing about their relationship is the sex.
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