W doesn't give them a rip. And as far as his "approval" rating, he's not running for re-election. Speaking of approval, any professional counselor will tell you that those who have to have the approval of others in order to feel good about themself are most unhealthy. Obviously, W is a very emotionaly healthy person.

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