Pew Poll Finds Public Has Low Opinion Of D.C.

from National Public Radio

The latest political poll from the Pew Research Center paints a grim picture of the American public's view of Washington. Both political parties have seen their approval ratings slip since the beginning of the year, and nearly nine out of 10 Americans say they're frustrated or angry with the federal government. Melissa Block speaks with Andrew Kohut, president of the Pew Research Center, about that poll — and what those numbers mean.

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, August 25, 2011