America in crisis: Government cited as No. 1 problem in the country

WASH TIMES

Americans think poor leadership within government is the most important problem facing the nation, according to a new poll.

Gallup says 21 percent of people put their dissatisfaction with Congress and politicians in general just above the economy, at 18 percent. Unemployment and health care issues come in third, at 16 percent.

Only 3 percent of people cite issues like foreign aid and immigration, and 2 percent say welfare and “a lack of respect for each other” are the top problems.

Gallup says concern about the government spiked during the government shutdown in October, however current levels are higher than they were prior to the federal stalemate.

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