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    Taxed Enough Already?

    Despite increased anti-government sentiment, more Americans say they pay about the right amount in taxes than say they pay more than their fair share.

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    Okay to “Walk Away” from a Mortgage

    More than a third of Americans say it is acceptable to “walk away” from a home mortgage, at least under certain circumstances.

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    App Downloaders

    Three-in-ten adults who use cell phones have downloaded an app to their phone.

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    One Recession, Two Americas

    While a small majority of Americans experienced a mix of hardships during the recession, nearly half were largely free of economic difficulties.

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    No Partisan Advantage on Economy

    In dealing with the economy, as many Americans say the Republicans can do a better job as say that about the Democrats.

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    No Compromise

    The public prefers political leaders who stick to their positions over those who make compromises.

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    Unauthorized Immigrants Entering the U.S. Down

    An annual average of 300,000 unauthorized immigrants entered the U.S. between 2007 and 2009, down sharply from 2000 to 2005 when about 850,000 entered the U.S. each year.