This Chart Is a Reminder of How Americans Feel About Congress

The numbers: A new Gallup poll has found a mere 21% of voters believe most of Congress deserves another term, the lowest level recorded in a presidential election year. (Gallup)

Chart: Gallup

Context: Americans have grown disillusioned with most major institutions, but Congress ranks near the bottom of the list (in fact, only media garners less trust).

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Bubba’s Two Cents

While the presidential race is gobbling up most of the air in the room, let’s not forget there are 34 Senate and 435 House seats up for grabs this week.