According to a poll made by ABC News and Washington Post published today, Barack Obama's approval ratings are 15 percent lower than one year ago, based on his overall performance in office. With about eight in ten Democrats supporting, and about the reverse figure Republicans disapproving. Although the same poll states wide support for his personal qualities. The disapproval rates are caused by the difficulties in realizing the political election promises. A permanent political paradox - since the success of any president depends on passing bills in the two houses - and support from Democrats and Republicans alike. A reform political programme will always meet more inherent resistance to change than a status quo political programme - because You know what you have, but you don't know what you're gonna get. Taking this angle into account, he still prevails.For further information, please see: