64% of Us Don't Want Death Photos Released

New survey shows most back President Obama's decision
Posted May 9, 2011 12:35 PM CDT
Osama bin Laden Death Photos: Survey Shows Most Americans Don't Want Them Released
In this 1998 file photo, Osama bin Laden speaks to the journalists in Khost, Afghanistan.   (AP Photo/Mazhar Ali Khan, File)

Despite the fact that many decried President Obama's decision not to release the Osama bin Laden death photos, most Americans agree with it. An NBC News poll finds that 52% of respondents strongly believe the photos should not be released; an additional 12% agree, but not as strongly. In contrast, 24% strongly believe the photos should be released, while 5% agree not as strongly. The full survey will be released tonight. Click for a roundup of reactions to the president's decision.

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