Poll: Americans Blame GOP for Government Shutdown
A new PBS News/NPR/Marist poll reveals Americans are divided on who to blame for the impending government shutdown, with a plurality of 38% blaming Republicans. Independent voters are more likely to blame both parties equally. Despite the impasse, both parties have been unwilling to compromise. Should the shutdown occur, tens of thousands of federal employees face furloughs, while the full impact of the shutdown remains uncertain. Public opinion of both Democrats and Republicans remains low.
John Q. Hosedrinker