Do you think politicians can reach a deal to avert the so-called 'fiscal cliff?'

President Obama and congressional leaders were preparing to make a last-ditch try for a deal -- or at least a plan -- to avert the imminent fiscal crisis, with a high-stakes meeting scheduled at the White House for Friday afternoon just days before the deadline for action.

Read more, then let us know what you think: Will President Obama and Republican lawmakers reach a deal to avert the so-called "fiscal cliff?"

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