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ObamaCare Opposition Drops

Poll finds nation now evenly split on health care reform plans

By Rob Quinn, Newser Staff

Posted Oct 7, 2009 4:27 AM CDT

(Newser) – Opposition to President Obama's health care reform plans has plunged almost 10% in the last months, leaving the nation evenly split with 40% in favor and 40% opposed, according to the latest AP poll. Another 17% are neutral and 3% are undecided. Opposition among seniors,... Read full story »

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