Doyle says he's not bothered by low approval rating

Associated Press - April 17, 2009 10:05 PM ET

WAUSAU, Wis. (AP) - Governor Jim Doyle says he's not bothered by a new survey showing his approval rating has hit an all-time low, with just 45% of respondents giving him positive numbers.

Doyle, visiting Wausau today to announce some education funding, says he understands that it's a very tough time with the current economic conditions, and he he knows people are not very happy.

He toured four northern cities with Congressman Dave Obey to announce new government projects.

Doyle worked closely with Obey and other Democratic governors and members of Congress on the economic stimulus plan that included billions of dollars to help Wisconsin deal with a record-high budget shortfall.