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Former President Barack Obama is viewed more favorably by the American people than current President Donald Trump , a new poll finds.

According to the poll , released by Marquette University Law School, 57 percent of Americans view Obama favorably, while 40 percent view him unfavorably, a +17 net favorability. Trump, however, is viewed favorably by just 42 percent, with 57 percent viewing him unfavorably, a -15 net favorability.

The poll contrasts Trump’s recent comments about Obama, whom he criticized during a meeting with military leaders.

“One thing with Obama, I have zero respect for him as a president, but he would bop down those stairs,” Trump said.

The Marquette Law poll compared several other presidents, including Ronald Reagan , who received the highest marks, with

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