01 Aug 1997 For the First Time Since 1974 More Americans Approve of the Performance of Congress Than Disapprove
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According to a CNN/Time poll (814 adults survyed July 30-31, 1997) more Americans now approve of the performance of Congress than disapprove.
This is the first time in 23 years that Americans have held this view.
The specific poll result was:
Approve of Congress?
| Now (July 30-31, 1997) | April 1997 | |
| Approve | 45% | 39% |
| Disapprove | 39% | 48% |
Other results in this poll included:
What is your opinion of the tax and budget bills?
| Favor | 61% |
| Oppose | 24% |
Will the budget and tax bill benefit the country?
| Yes | 59% |
| No | 30% |
Who is more responsible for the budget agreement?
| GOP | 41% |
| Clinton | 32% |
Who got more in the budget agreement?
| GOP | 39% |
| Clinton | 33% |