American Pulse(TM): #1 Word to Describe Temporary Government Funding: "Mess"

8 in 10 Want Lower Taxes, Reduced Government Spending


WORTHINGTON, OH--(Marketwire - Apr 18, 2011) - Leaders in Washington agreed to cut federal spending by $39 billion, the largest annual spending cut in our nation's history. However, what President Obama called a "worthwhile compromise" received a more negative response among American Voters. While "compromise" was the #2 word to describe this deal, "mess" topped the list, according to the latest American Pulse™ Survey of 5,207 respondents. "Insufficient," "ridiculous" and "stupid" followed:

What one word would you use to describe this deal? (Registered Voters)
Top 10

Mess
Compromise
Insufficient
Ridiculous
Stupid
Inadequate
Good
Crazy
OK
Pathetic

Source: American Pulse™ Apr-11

Further, 62.4% of Registered Voters don't think the proposed spending cut of $39 billion is enough -- there still need to be more cuts. 75.5% of Registered Republicans, 68.8% of Independents and 47.5% of Democrats agree.

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