Poll Watch: 58% Vs 33% Americans Favor Budget Compromise Over Government Shutdown – But, What to Do?

With Congress facing a midnight Friday deadline to pass a federal budget before a partial government shutdown occurs, a new Gallup poll finds Americans rooting for a deal. By 58% to 33%, more Americans want government leaders who share their views on the budget to back a compromise and avert a shutdown rather than hold out for a budget they agree with.

So, what should the House Republicans do?

I agree with Charles Krauthhammer: Pull the budget riders, cut $12 Billion, fund the military for the rest of the year and pass a one week CR (continuing resolution) and then DARE Harry Reid and the Democrats to block the bill in the Senate. In other words, call the Democrats bluff.

If there is a shutdown, then the blame goes to Senate Democrats and Harry Reid.

If not, there will NEVER be any real budget reform.