Everything in the
NBC/WSJ poll released tonight is a disaster for the GOP.
-The public blames the GOP for the shutdown instead of Obama by a 53-31 margin (a larger margin than during the Gingrich shutdown!) More people are saying they're personally affected than did in 95-96, and more people are saying the shutdown is very serious than did in 95-96.
-Only 24% of respondents have a favorable view of the GOP, the lowest every recorded in this poll
-The Democrats have grown their generic ballot lead to eight percent (47-39), which corroborates findings from Quinnipiac and PPP that the Democrats would take control of the House if elections were held today
-Obama's approval is actually up slightly since September, to 47% from 45%
-Approval for Obamacare has even increased!
In conclusion, thank you Ted Cruz!
