In the spirit of some polling whimsy, PPP decided to ask American voters about some historical figures, and about themselves, to see if any of them surpassed Rodgers' popularity in Wisconsin.

Only Abraham Lincoln, with a 93% favorable vote, and Jesus Christ with 90%, surpassed Rodgers' 89% favorable.

At the top the list were the respondents themselves. A total of 93% of those polled viewed themselves favorably, a victory for self esteem if ever there was one.

But Rodgers' popularity sailed over the heads of people like George Washington and Mother Teresa. His favorability among Wisconsin voters scampered for a first down against Martin Luther King and even Santa Claus.

In Wisconsin I can see why Aaron Rodgers has high favorable opinion.

I don't understand why Abe Lincoln would be thought of positively after starting the War of Northern Aggression that killed more Americans than any other war.

Originally Posted by: CaliforniaCheez 

Wow, I have to admire your courage, CaliforniaCheez. I am one of those who happens to think Lincoln was one of the worst presidents in this nation's history, but not many have the courage (or are stupid enough) to admit it.

I love Aaron Rodgers as much as anyone. But it still baffles me that a sports figure would be rated higher than someone like George Washington, who, while not perfect, played a pivotal role in bequeathing to us the freedoms we enjoy.

Americans have short memories, unfortunately. Our heroes tend to have lived within the past few years. History seems foggy and irrelevant to most of us.

Originally Posted by: Nonstopdrivel