There continue to be significant partisan and ideological differences in Americans’ views on this philosophical issue. Democrats and liberals are most likely to come down on the “compromise” side of the scale — with more than six in 10 of each group placing themselves on that end of the scale.

Independents, moderates, and conservatives also tilt significantly toward compromise. Republicans are the most divided among the major political groups, with about as many preferring compromise as sticking to one’s beliefs.

Notably, Americans who identify as Tea Party supporters are about as likely to favor compromise as sticking to core beliefs.