The Associated Press-Gfk poll released September 9, 2009 shows President Barack Obama with a total approval rating of 50% and a total disapproval rating of 49%. This is a net change of -12% from their last poll (55% approve-42% disapprove) conducted July 16-20, 2009.

On healthcare, 42% approve of the way the President is handling the issue and 52% disapprove. This is a net change of -17% from their July poll (50% approve-43% disapprove).