Siena Research Institute survey ranks Bush 39th

The Siena Research Institute conducted a survey that assessed the rankings of U.S. presidents based on the evaluations of historians, political scientists, and presidential scholars. In this survey, George W. Bush was ranked 39th out of 43 presidents, indicating a below-average perception of his presidency. The survey highlighted several areas where respondents felt President Bush fell short, including his management of the U.S. economy, communication skills, ability to reach compromises, accomplishments in foreign policy, and overall intelligence. This ranking reflects a broader trend observed in various surveys conducted in the late 2000s and 2010s, where Bush's presidency was often viewed unfavorably by scholars and experts in the field. The low ranking in the Siena survey aligns with other assessments that have critiqued his administration's decisions and their long-term impacts on the nation.