"Favorability rating" refers to the measure of how much people like or approve of something or someone. It indicates the level of favorable opinions or support a person, group, or idea receives from others. Full definition
According to a new survey, New York Gov. David Paterson holds a 35 percent favorability rating among New York state voters. (politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com)
But while Romney, Palin, and Huckabee are clustered on top, the survey shows voters hold a much higher favorability rating of the soon - to - be ex-Alaska governor than the other two Republicans. (politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com)
The poll also shows Katko with a high favorability rating in the district, at 51 - 29 percent. (wrvo.org)