Surprise, surprise. They should feel lucky for being in double digits.
The chief executive officers of the nation's largest corporations are viewed favorably by just 22% of American adults, lower even than the ratings earned by members of Congress .
The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey shows that 26% now have a favorable opinion of the nation's legislators. Both CEOs and those in Congress are viewed Very Favorably by only three percent (3%) of Americans.
Stockbrokers and financial analysts (37%) as well as journalists and reporters (38%) are held in higher regard. Lawyers (41%) and bankers (44%) do even better.
At the top of the list in terms of favorability are small business owners (92%), those who start their own businesses (88%) and pastors and other local religious leaders (72%).
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