If the 2012 elections were held today, Obama would lose 48% to 39%

Marist Poll:
11/24: Looking to 2012: 48% Plan to Vote Against Obama
That is the headline. Understand that the percentage given above will make Obama a loser if it were to hold true for the next two years. It would be a mistake to follow up on this total by arguing that "this would mean that 52% of the country is in support of Obama." The fact is very different. If 48% is the baseline for those opposing Obama, the positive effort would receive anywhere from 44% of the vote to 39% . In other words, this is seriously bad news for Obama and his re-election hopes.

Of course we are light years away from the 2012 election, but constant reminders of just how unpopular Obama's policies are is a big help. Let's not forget that Obama's brand of collection has to be defeated, not merely given a pass after slowing its progress.