Many people believe immigrants are getting ahead while everyone else is not. What's more, despite being clear about what they want, a sizable majority do not think they're going to get it. Though voters pushed Republicans into power because of their promises to cut taxes as well as balance the budget, Americans are far from certain that they will deliver. There is, however, chilling agreement of one tax issue. And only a tad more, one in four, think state and local taxes are being put to best use.
Workers are somewhat encouraged about the job market.
That perception seems sound. Three out of every four Americans grumble that doctors' fees, credit-card interest, cars and car insurance cost more than they're worth. The same four items made last survey's Overpriced Hall of Shame as well. But the other half appear to be splurging. Worse yet, one in 10 say they don't enjoy either one.