His problem is a weak performance as governor, dashing the expectations of the fervent supporters who saw Patrick as the charismatic breakthrough after so many GOP governors. But only 39% approved of Patrick’s performance as governor, and only 7% who strongly approved. Sixty percent (60%) disapproved of the job he is doing, including 34% who strongly disapproved. Patrick was unable to convince the legislature to adopt his main recommendations. Most voters believe he has failed to bring the changes he promised—though he did bring higher taxes—and are going back to the policy of having a Republican governor as a counterweight to the Democratic state legislature. | His problem is a weak performance as governor, dashing the expectations of the fervent supporters who saw Patrick as the charismatic breakthrough after so many GOP governors. But only 39% approved of Patrick’s performance as governor, and only 7% who strongly approved. Sixty percent (60%) disapproved of the job he is doing, including 34% who strongly disapproved. Patrick was unable to convince the legislature to adopt his main recommendations. Most voters believe he has failed to bring the changes he promised—though he did bring higher taxes—and are going back to the policy of having a Republican governor as a counterweight to the Democratic state legislature. |