He still does. He has well over 60 percent, and very importantly for him, it's not just the great majority of Democrats who are supporting him, right now a significant majority of independents are supporting him, well over 60 percent.
David Gergen highlights President Obama's continued support among Democrats and independents despite the protests.
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