The
approval ratings of George W. Bush ranged from a record high to a record low. Bush began his presidency with ratings near 60%.
[3] In the time of national crisis following the
September 11 attacks, polls showed approval ratings of greater than 85%, peaking in at 92%,
[4] and a steady 80–90% approval for about four months after the attacks.
[5] Afterward, his ratings steadily declined as the economy suffered and the
Iraq War initiated by his administration continued. By early 2006, his average rating was near 40%, and in July 2008, a poll indicated a low of 22%