Republicans and Democrats hint at willingness to compromise on fiscal cliff

On Sunday morning talk shows, representatives from both parties suggest shift in tone that may help reach agreement Republican and Democratic lawmakers expressed confidence Sunday that a deal to avert the fiscal cliff could be reached, as the man who will need to sign off on the agreement looked toward a higher authority for additional help. Touring a Buddhist monastery in Bangkok, President Barack Obama was overheard discussing crucial talks to stave off the looming tax hikes and spending cuts ...