Bush Approval in the 30s

Speaking of tipping points, President Bush's overall job approval rating is officially in the toilet.

The American Research Group's latest economic opinion survey shows that a mere 36 percent of the general population approve of the way Bush is doing his job, with 58 percent saying they disapprove. Among registered voters, the numbers are just about as bad.

Among Americans registered to vote, 38% approve of the way Bush is handling his job as president and 56% disapprove, and 36% approve of the way Bush is handling the economy and 60% disapprove.

This is the second month in a row when improving economic ratings have not been matched by higher job approval ratings for Bush. A total of 24% of Americans now say their personal financial situations are getting better, up from 17% in July, and 27% say they believe that their personal financial situations will be better off a year from now, which is up from 21% in July.