(Un)changing public opinion

Armchair Generalist Jason Sigger takes a look at the confusing non-trend of US public opinion about Iraq. A sample:

Do you approve or disapprove of the way George W. Bush is handling the situation in Iraq?
7/13-17/2005 Approve – 35%, Disapprove – 57%
7/8-18/2004 Approve – 42%, Disapprove – 53%

Do you think the US made the right decision or the wrong decision in using military force against Iraq?
7/13-17/2005 Right Decision – 49%, Wrong Decision – 44%
7/8-18/2004 Right Decision – 52%, Wrong Decision – 43%

Should we keep military troops in Iraq or bring them home as soon as possible?
7/13-17/2005 Keep Troops – 52%, Bring Home – 43%
7/8-18/2004 Keep Troops – 53%, Bring Home – 43%

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