Support for U.S. healthcare law edges up despite website woes

Applications are seen at a rally held by supporters of the Affordable Care Act in Jackson, MississippiBy Susan Heavey WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Americans appear to be somewhat warmer to President Barack Obama's signature healthcare law, despite the troubled roll out of the government website that is essential for its success, a poll released on Wednesday found. The Gallup survey showed people "are slightly more positive now" that they were shortly before the launch of healthcare.gov, which aims to allow consumers to enroll and shop on their own for a health insurance plan. …