More in U.S. Say Shutdown Is About Politics Than Principle
by Michael Collier on Oct 1, 2013 | Views: 38 | Score: 0
| Battle Over Principles | Attempt by Both Sides to Gain Political Advantage | No Opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 14, 1995 | 37 | 52 | 11 |
| Sept. 27-28, 2013 | 37 | 47 | 15 |
Opinions of Budget Debate
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Americans are more likely to believe the current budget debate between President Obama and the Republicans in Congress is an attempt by both sides to gain political advantage (47%) than an important battle over principles and the future direction of government (37%). These views are similar to Americans' attitudes on the day the government shut down in November 1995.