A few interesting paragraphs from the Gallup article:
Some of the reasons offered for the gas price increase are highly related to one's partisan orientation, as reflected in approval or disapproval of George W. Bush's job performance. Bush supporters are less likely to mention the war in Iraq as a cause (13%) than are people who disapprove of Bush (24%). Similarly, Bush supporters are less likely to say the president is the cause (3%) than are those who disapprove of him (8%).
Gas Prices a Highly Partisan Issue
Perceptions of whether price increases are temporary or permanent are also highly related to partisanship. People who approve of Bush say the prices are temporary, by a 58% to 41% margin. Those who disapprove say the prices are permanent, by a 57% to 41% margin.
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