From Examiner.com:

Leading national research and consulting firm Wilson Research Strategies (WRS) has released their February 2009 “National Political Environment Assessment.” Here is a summary of their findings:

Americans are still pessimistic about the direction of the country, even after Obama’s inauguration.

Negative perceptions of and fears about the economy are at the forefront of the public’s consciousness.

Barack Obama is attempting to start his presidency off on the right foot by focusing the energy of the government towards the issue. Read more…