AOL Hot Seat Poll: Rate the transition
posted at 12:02 pm on February 4, 2009 by Ed Morrissey
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This morning, I wrote that the Obama transition has become a disaster. Now it’s your turn to give a grade to Barack Obama on his transfer of power, 15 days into the Era of Hope and ChangeTM. Do you think it’s going well, as the media have relentlessly argued, or do three tax cheats, three high-profile withdrawals, and a pay-for-play scandal made Obama’s honeymoon a debacle? Take the AOL Hot Seat poll:
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you didn’t give an option for ‘messianic’.
Phoenician on February 4, 2009 at 12:05 PM
Fish in a barrel Ed.
sublime on February 4, 2009 at 12:05 PM
Who are the moronic 52% who say good/fair? Had Bush or McCain done any of this (tax cheats, 10+ lobbyists which broke his promise, etc), the mass media and the Left would be screaming bloody murder and calling for impeachment.
Yet 52% actually say good/fair? Freaking ridiculous.
Michael in MI on February 4, 2009 at 12:06 PM
Rate the honeymoon, can the American people get an annulment?
Dr Evil on February 4, 2009 at 12:07 PM
Took most of the polls. Results are somewhat encouraging so far.
But I still see many people remain blinded & fooled.
What tools the American public are.
*SIGH*
Badger40 on February 4, 2009 at 12:07 PM
Wow, out of 3600 votes already cast, 32% think it’s going A-OK…looks like you have a lot of DKOS readers in the audience.
AUINSC on February 4, 2009 at 12:07 PM
I’m voting present.
talking_mouse on February 4, 2009 at 12:08 PM
Um, yeah, I don’t think Obama would even say it’s gone great. I think the term he used was “screwed up”.
forest on February 4, 2009 at 12:09 PM
Most inept/corrupt transition EVAH ™
INC on February 4, 2009 at 12:09 PM
I just fell off my chair. 52% of the Hotair folks rate Barry Whosane’s performance at Good to Fair? Maybe I need to check it later…
Christine on February 4, 2009 at 12:10 PM
Can a president be recalled?
dogsoldier on February 4, 2009 at 12:10 PM
You didn’t give an option for “hilarious”.
Jaibones on February 4, 2009 at 12:11 PM
I voted “poor” because that was the best fit but it isn’t all that accurate.
Obama has assembled a cabinet worthy of federal indictments even before they take office! The sheer hypocrisy of running on “change” and then putting in all the usual suspects from the Democrat party proves what a liar Obama is. That tax evasion wasn’t a big deal to those vetting nominees for the filthy bastard proves just how corrupt this administration is going to be. The transition goes beyond poor into the realm of criminal malpractice and bad stewardship.
highhopes on February 4, 2009 at 12:11 PM
The SCOTUS can issue an annulment. All they have to do is declare people who held multiple citizenships to be ineligible for the Presidency and it’s over.
We could get a divorce if someone would start looking into campaign finance from the election.
Unfortunately, chances of either are slim to none. But if the idiot messiah keeps on with his ineptness, you never know.
progressoverpeace on February 4, 2009 at 12:11 PM
I charitably voted poor.
sheesh on February 4, 2009 at 12:11 PM
I don’t see a button for “Who cares, he’s black”.
Bishop on February 4, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Hot air isn’t the only place voting. If you flip through the questions you’ll find one by the huffington post as well.
Darth Executor on February 4, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Hmmm… Doesn’t seem to be loading very well. Is ‘Epic Fail’ a choice?
Vashta.Nerada on February 4, 2009 at 12:13 PM
It’s called impeachment and conviction. It isn’t going to happen because filthy bastard has the majority in both the House (which would have to impeach) and the Senate (which would have to convict). Nixon was going to be removed from office because the GOP was willing to do the right thing. Democrats have no such honor so, failing complete corruption, filthy bastard is safely in office for the next four years.
highhopes on February 4, 2009 at 12:14 PM
Obama’s honeymoon reminds me of Charle Grodin’s portrayal of Lenny in The Heartbreak Kid.
fogw on February 4, 2009 at 12:15 PM
the self-professed most ethical politicians ever are having a tough time with Ethics aren’t they
jp on February 4, 2009 at 12:15 PM
Well, he’s already said he screwed up.
I’d say we’re all screwed.
Kini on February 4, 2009 at 12:16 PM
For those wondering about the results: This poll doesn’t just show up at hotair.com folks.
strictnein on February 4, 2009 at 12:16 PM
I know this is Ed’s post, but Hey AP, time to look hard for that birth certificate. It may be our only way out of this mess!
Christian Conservative on February 4, 2009 at 12:18 PM
Obama’s first 2 weeks in office has been the most corrupt, incompetent and ridiculous in American History. An Epic Failure by any objective measure.
Norwegian on February 4, 2009 at 12:19 PM
Fifth option should be Epic failure. Just to be fair and give all a voice Mr.Morrissey.
canditaylor68 on February 4, 2009 at 12:24 PM
How about Horrendous as an option, or Good Enough for Barnum and Bailey?
Christine on February 4, 2009 at 12:24 PM
The first 2 weeks have made some good TV. Can’t wait for the sequel!
BobMbx on February 4, 2009 at 12:27 PM
I wonder what rating Obama would give himself, given that he told a bunch of kids he’s already “tired” of “being in the White House”.
Oy.
capitalist piglet on February 4, 2009 at 12:27 PM
The most
transparentcorrupt transition EVAH ™We had NONE of these problems with George Bush…. What does that say about the majority of DEMS?
CynicalOptimist on February 4, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Darn you beat me=)
canditaylor68 on February 4, 2009 at 12:29 PM
Voted poor simply because “funny as all get out” isn’t on there.
mjk on February 4, 2009 at 12:30 PM
I wonder what rating Obama would give himself, given that he told a bunch of kids he’s already “tired” of “being in the White House”.
Oy.
“Oy” is right, gawd almighty.
“What…I have to actually WORK?”
Bishop on February 4, 2009 at 12:31 PM
The same idiots who voted for the Big Idiot In Charge. Mostly the people who believe OJ was innocent, regardless of the trail of blood leading from the crime scene to his front door.
They will always ignore the facts and believe what they choose to believe.
UltimateBob on February 4, 2009 at 12:31 PM
I picked Poor, because, “Yep, Michelle called it, We’re screwed 08 was right on and it’s coming to fuition.” wasn’t one of the choices.
hawkdriver on February 4, 2009 at 12:34 PM
Funny, if you click on the “state by state results” in Ed’s poll, the ONLY state where a majority of resondent rate Obama’s transition as “good” is Vermont. D.C. comes in as majority for “fair”.
In 49 states, a majority rates Obama as “poor”. Remember, this is an AOL poll, so responders are fairly broad based.
Norwegian on February 4, 2009 at 12:34 PM
Remember, the messiah’s first coming is important but surprising in it’s meekness. It’s the second coming when all the fireworks happen.
peski on February 4, 2009 at 12:35 PM
AOL online polls had mccain winning 63:37 or something during the election.
lorien1973 on February 4, 2009 at 12:35 PM
What comes after the honeymoon? That so-called “honeymooner’s disease.” Ouch.
Brat on February 4, 2009 at 12:39 PM
He’ll have a 15 – 25% advantage in polling as long as the media keeps bending over for him.
crazy_legs on February 4, 2009 at 12:40 PM
I voted “Poor” only because “Freakin’ Moronic” wasn’t a choice.
crazy_legs on February 4, 2009 at 12:42 PM
For all those who want a recall or impeachment, I have two words for you:
Joe Biden.
OC Chuck on February 4, 2009 at 12:45 PM
Only 55% said poor?? Looks like the the Sarah Palin wing of the party is still asleep. Cmon Real Americans, represent!
Vernon Hardapple on February 4, 2009 at 12:47 PM
Ed’s list of honeymoon problems doesn’t include Iran demanding an apology, Iran launching a satellite (and by implication having an ICBM capability), Russia cutting our supply line to Afghanistan, North Korea prepping a missle launch, potential trade wars with Canada, Europe, and China, and heating the White House to 80 degrees.
Yeah, things are going great!
NeighborhoodCatLady on February 4, 2009 at 12:47 PM
For all those who want a recall or impeachment, I have two words for you:
Joe Biden.
OC Chuck on February 4, 2009 at 12:45 PM
NeighborhoodCatLady on February 4, 2009 at 12:48 PM
OT- Harry Markopolus just opened a vein on the SEC at the sub-committe hearing. My jaw hit the floor as he described the length and breadth of his investigation that he laid at the SEC’s feet that they ignored about Madoff.
Casper the Friendly Host on February 4, 2009 at 12:48 PM
Don’t forget Krygyzstan closing the US airbase, Russia declaring missile defense to be dead, …
progressoverpeace on February 4, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Capitalist piglet has hit paydirt with that comment:
“he told a bunch of kids he’s already “tired” of “being in the White House”.”
Something told me from the beginning that Barry would have little patience for being in the ‘confines’ of the office of President. He is no public servant. A friend of mine agreed and said that ‘he won’t have the stomach for it; he has no stamina’. After all, as far lefty, he’s a Victim–something Dubya never was, even when he was mercilessly attacked.
Truly, it seems as tho he already has come to the conclusion that being POTUS ‘ain’t all that’. Maybe the fools that voted for him and all his minions will force him to be POTUS until he drops from exhaustion and old age. Now that’s a great SNL sketch.
Christine on February 4, 2009 at 12:51 PM
I was thinking Epic Fail also, but settled for Poor.
Dubn8tr on February 4, 2009 at 12:55 PM
I voted poor because it is going poorly. It hasn’t him long to learn that he is human. The results now indicate 56% believe it is going poorly.
bopbottle on February 4, 2009 at 12:57 PM
Okay, I voted fair. Sure, his picks suck but the transition has gone fair. He has had no problem getting most approved including Hillary and even a tax cheat in charge of taxes.
Let us not forget Bush’s picks sucked big wang for the most part too. When it comes to selections I will always associate Bush with “affirmative action token wuss” Colin Powell, “My wife doesn’t know I’m gay” Alberto Gonzales, “The incredible spineless man” McClellan and last but not least “I’m Georges clueless friend” Supreme court nominee Harriet Myers.
Redglen on February 4, 2009 at 1:01 PM
When you put on rose colored glasses, the “Good” choice actually reads “he’s so dreamy”, thus explaining the perplexing high numbers of votes in that category.
Alden Pyle on February 4, 2009 at 1:02 PM
To those who seem confused by the polling numbers, this is an AOL poll that Ed uses to ask the question, not a Hot Air poll. So that means that all AOL subsribers are told about it and I’d guess that some of the others who pose questions (such as the next poll about whether Barry should build hisself a basketball court?) also point their people to these polls.
It would be good for Hot Air posters and lurkers to hit that site from every computer you can and vote.
EconomicNeocon on February 4, 2009 at 1:04 PM
“Who are the 52%….”
Well, duh?
The same 52% that elected him.
lsheldon on February 4, 2009 at 1:07 PM
Heh. Remember Hillary’s crying act during the primaries when she declared “she was so tired.” They are pathetic.
President Bush said “we will NEVER tire….”
Prediction: Barry finds a reason to go to Hawaii again soon. So warm they grow orchids there too dontcha know. Even with the heat cranked, it’s too chilly in DC for him.
Brat on February 4, 2009 at 1:08 PM
Not after you’ve already been screwed.
spmat on February 4, 2009 at 1:09 PM
I see 57% as poor. Looks like more people have voted, since the earlier person got upset. Frankly when I see this 24% saying good still seems silly. If Obama was a Republican, that number would be in the teens.
indyrowe on February 4, 2009 at 1:15 PM
Compared to what?
If we grade on a curve – with the curve based on my dismal expectations – he’s been faaaaabulous. And very entertaining.
I said fair. Cuz he could always be worse, once the unicorn magic wears off.
Professor Blather on February 4, 2009 at 1:16 PM
SECOND LOOK AT PRESIDENT BIDEN!!
Attila (Pillage Idiot) on February 4, 2009 at 1:21 PM
How about “Poor, but he shore talks purty”?
Well, of course he’s “tired” of being in that one, little office! This is the longest time he’s been in a job without already preparing for the next higher one. I imagine he’s wondering this very moment what’s the next office he can campaign for, maybe President of the UN/World, or G_d….
Poor guy, must be getting stir-crazy….heh.
dmh0667 on February 4, 2009 at 1:27 PM
Glad to see my fellow Hoosiers rating it poor at 62%.
SKYFOX on February 4, 2009 at 1:36 PM
“Total shit” would probably get over 50%
TexasJew on February 4, 2009 at 1:44 PM
The domestic troubles are serious but trifling compared with closing Gitmo – when he has no idea what to do with the prisoners – and his running down America in order to curry favor with Muslim and Euopean nations.
Basilsbest on February 4, 2009 at 1:52 PM
TexasJew on February 4, 2009 at 1:44 PM
I would rate it as that, but unfortunately the poll doesn’t go that far down.
Ryan Gandy on February 4, 2009 at 1:55 PM
The term “Epic Fail” comes to mind.
Mutnodjmet on February 4, 2009 at 1:56 PM
But when it came out that former presidential candidate mccain had not paid taxes on one of the homes he owns in four years and the vice presidential candidate palin had not been reporting per diems accurately on her taxes…life seemed to go on.
getalife on February 4, 2009 at 1:58 PM
Why is there no “LOL” option…
BKennedy on February 4, 2009 at 2:02 PM
Right now D.C. is the only place in the country that gives Obama a “good” rating.
Every other place is saying “poor”.
INC on February 4, 2009 at 2:03 PM
Only a true Kos kid could rate it as anything above poor.
When I see the word transition it makes me also think about the outgoing administration and how they handled it. I’d like to see a poll on President Bush’s part of the transition and I’d rate it classiest exit EVAH!
Gosh I miss him.
pannw on February 4, 2009 at 2:06 PM
Hilarious that in the state breakdowns, as of now, all rate the transition as “poor” except Washington, DC, where 37% of 30 voters (or about 11 votes) go for “good”. Perhaps we have a few WH staffers online there?
That’s fewer “good” votes than lobbyists appointed to positions in the administration! Wow!
Prufrock on February 4, 2009 at 2:07 PM
Can I vote “present”?
GarandFan on February 4, 2009 at 2:22 PM
Krauthammer had an excellent response (in his townhall.com column) to Bambi’s pathetic attempt to blame the US for the Muslim world’s irrational hatred of us. Among other things, CK pointed out that we not only bent over backwards after 9/11 to not blame all Muslims for what 19 Muslim terrorists had done, we have sacrificed far more (in both blood and treasure) to liberate more oppressed Muslims than any other country in the world — including all the majority-Muslim countries. Yet instead of pointing out all that the US has done for Muslims, idiot Bambi goes on Arab t.v. and tells Muslims not to worry, because the US will stop hating on Muslims now that half-Kenyan, many-Muslim-relatives Bambi is in charge. Sickening.
AZCoyote on February 4, 2009 at 2:24 PM
This is the person Americans chose to appoint our federal judges?
JohnJ on February 4, 2009 at 2:28 PM
This is a GREAT article.. Everyone needs to read it..
http://corner.nationalreview.com/post/?q=ZDA1MTkzYTc4NjA5MWQxOGNjMzU3YmZiYTJhZDQ5YTY=
reshas1 on February 4, 2009 at 2:39 PM
Getalife, they were to busy trying to dig up supposed dirt on her family, her friends, her families friends, friends of friends, pets, pets of pets, etc, etc, etc…
What a pathetic comparison.
reshas1 on February 4, 2009 at 2:42 PM
Hold on a second there buddy. It doesn’t matter what anybody thinks of the guy, what matters is the question.
Sure, if it were McCain, the press would be calling it a disaster. But the press is covering for Obama. Downplaying the bad news; Russia, Iran North Korea…etc.
Since he is getting this cover, I would have to say it is going fair. Thats just being honest, and I didn’t vote for the guy.
cozmo on February 4, 2009 at 3:56 PM
Krauthammer had an excellent response (in his townhall.com column) to Bambi’s pathetic attempt to blame the US for the Muslim world’s irrational hatred of us. (Telling it like it is AZ.) Among other things, CK pointed out that we not only bent over backwards after 9/11 to not blame all Muslims for what 19 Muslim terrorists had done, we have sacrificed far more (in both blood and treasure) to liberate more oppressed Muslims than any other country in the world — including all the majority-Muslim countries.
Yet instead of pointing out all that the US has done for Muslims, (as any intelligent non-BDS-suffering person would have) idiot Bambi goes on Arab t.v. and tells Muslims not to worry, because the US will stop hating on Muslims now that half-Kenyan, many-Muslim-relatives Bambi is in charge. Sickening.AZCoyote on February 4, 2009 at 2:24 PM
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Well said AZ. More patriotic Americans need to stand up and denounce this twit. He’s in way over his head and is going to get a lot of innocent people killed pandering to these thugs.
Basilsbest on February 4, 2009 at 3:56 PM
Cheats and liars.
Cheats and liars.
Cheats and liars.
There are only two types of people in the White Hizzle, fo shizzle.
madmonkphotog on February 4, 2009 at 4:00 PM
Remember the media held back the good news on The Surge for at least 9 months. Eventually the dam burst, as it will here. Even Obama’s MSM partners won’t be able to hide this disastrous presidency from the American people.
Basilsbest on February 4, 2009 at 4:03 PM
The honeymoon is over. I want a divorce.
UnEasyRider on February 4, 2009 at 4:55 PM
Please! I’m trying to get this terrifying thought out of my mind!
ladyingray on February 4, 2009 at 6:02 PM
I voted poor. I may be bias. I don’t see how ANYONE can vote good though. Even if you love the one you’d have to say fair.
Ampersand on February 4, 2009 at 8:28 PM
Where’s the poll?
CCRWM on February 4, 2009 at 9:13 PM
FIFY
It says 52% poor right now at 9:32PM-ish
RalphyBoy on February 4, 2009 at 9:32 PM
What, the Oval Thermostat is no longer stuck on 72 degrees?
How many tires do you think we’ll have to inflate nationwide in order to to pay for this?
RD on February 4, 2009 at 11:22 PM
I’m in that 52% (now 46%). Actually, I’m in the 18% that voted “Fair”.
Compared to what I expected, I actually think it’s going fairly well. No colossal Panama Canal-style travesties yet. “Good”? He-l, no. “Fair” accounts for the fact that he’s kept the SecDef on and is not a complete hard-liner on the use of enhanced interrogation methods.
He may get to that insane point eventually, though, so I will keep an open mind where my “fair” rating is concerned :-).
RD on February 4, 2009 at 11:24 PM
Yes he is a disaster, but what else would one expect when America elected a man for POTUS who had as his main qualificatio that he stayed at a Holiday Inn Express?
Yes, Palin would have run circles around The One due to her holding executive office previously. It is a shame that we didn’t have her as a choice. Maybe in 2012 …
Hope he, and his fellow Democrats put in more time at the Newseum. Maybe they won’t screw that up as republicans try to fix the porkukulus.
DannoJyd on February 5, 2009 at 7:00 AM
I voted poor cause thats what we are all going to be pretty soon.
philly_PA on February 5, 2009 at 8:03 AM
“Who are the moronic 52% who say good/fair?”
Is this listed by state?
I’m in cal and got 50% poor
29 good
18 fair
2 not sure
DSchoen on February 5, 2009 at 7:24 PM
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