U.S. Workers Disenchanted with ’08 Hopefuls

Workers Doubt Campaign Promises: Despite their campaign rhetoric, the numerous presidential aspirants apparently aren’t saying anything meaningful, at least to the ears of most U.S. workers. According to a new survey, 61 percent say the candidates for the White House are not tackling tough workplace issues like health care, retirement and employee pay.

Another finding: Seventy-five percent of men and 64 percent of women say their political views mirror those of the companies they work for, meaning they are more likely to discuss them openly in the workplace.

The findings emerged from the “Attitudes in the American Workplace” poll by the Marlin Co. and Harris Interactive, which was based on responses of 752 working adults who are employed full time.