A.M. Headlines

(Los Angeles Times): "Obama appears to gain ground in spending battle"

(USA Today): "Obama: Being nice doesn't lead to deals"

(Washington Post): "Poll: Most Americans support new gun-control measures after Newtown massacre"

(New York Times): "Obama willing to use executive orders on guns"

(Reuters): "Activists seek same-sex marriage rights in 'unwinnable' U.S. South"