When President Obama was pushing his federal stimulus plan through Congress, there was much talk about the lack of bipartisanship on the issue. Although he tried, Obama could persuade only three GOP senators and zero Republican representatives to support the bill.

Turns out Californians are a lot like Congress in their thinking on the issue. A new Public Policy Institute of California poll released tonight shows that 62 percent of likely voters in the state support the stimulus package, but reveals a striking partisan divide.

Among Democrats, 82 percent favor the plan. Among Republicans, just 39 percent. Independents are also on board, with 62 percent support.

The president's approval rating in California remains strong -- 71 percent among all adults, and 63 percent among likely voters.