Poll watch

50% of Americans say the federal income taxes they pay are about right, while 45% say their taxes are too high. 68% say the current tax system benefits the rich and is unfair to average workers.CNN/ORC Poll

68% of Americans have a favorable opinion of the National Rifle Association. But 91% say background checks should be required before a firearm is sold, with 6% wanting few or no restrictions on gun ownership.Reuters/Ipsos Poll