Gallup Poll: Americans, Including Republicans, Want Debt Compromise

But Americans also worry that such a plan might not include major spending cuts

by Frank Newport

PRINCETON, NJ -- Two-thirds of Americans would like government officials to agree to a compromise plan on the debt and budget deficit negotiations now underway. Fewer than 3 in 10 want lawmakers who share their views on the debt and budget deficit to hold out for their desired plan. A majority of Republicans, independents, and Democrats favor reaching a compromise. Link to full post