Washington Post-ABC News Poll | Americans still remain sharply divided about both the overall package and Obama's leadership on the issue.
Poll: Most Americans Support Public Option
Dan Balz and Jon Cohen, Washington Post
Mon, 10/19/2009 - 2:00pm
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