Independent voters on the rise, opinions of politicians going down

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    As facts surrounding what some are calling “Bridge-Gate” come to light, we look at public perceptions of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie with Frank Newport, Editor-in-Chief of the Gallup Poll.  

    Keeping with the political theme, we look at the public’s opinions of Congress in general and their own representatives in particular, and see a surprising number who categorize themselves as independents. 

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