According to a NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll released Monday, only 29% of voters have a positive view of Donald Trump. His presumptive Democratic opponent, Hillary Clinton, is viewed positively by only 33% of those polled.
Nearly 60% of voters view Trump negatively, with 55% having a negative view of Clinton.
These numbers should not be confused with vote poll, as respondents were rather asked about their general attitude towards the candidates.
Americans seem generally disappointed in the major political parties. The Republican Party is viewed favorably by only 28% of voters, while the Democratic Party fares only slightly better, receiving a positive rating from 37% of those polled.
These low favorability ratings come despite the general public's support for institutions that pursue goals shared by the nominees. Planned Parenthood, which has endorsed Hillary Clinton, is viewed positively by 48%. Nearly 42% of those polled have a positive view of the National Rifle Association, which endorsed Donald Trump.
Remarkably, presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders received a positive rating of 43%, well above both major parties. Voters also demonstrated a favorable view of President Barack Obama, with a positive rating of 48%.
