"A full 56% of Americans oppose the merger, and only 11% of respondents were in favor of it.... three quarters of respondents — 74% — believe that the merger will increase cable and internet prices for everyone."
Saying over half doesn't really illustrate the disparity in support as some 33% don't have an opinion. When you take that into consideration 56% in opposition is huge. Among those with an opinion its 5 opposed to 1 in favor.
It shouldn't even be in consideration if politicians actually listened to their constituents. But then I understand how the sacks of money Comcast is contributing can muffle the of pissed off voters...