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RESULTS OF THE PUBLIC OPINION SURVEY YOU TOOK THIS WEEK

1. “In general, do you approve or disapprove of the way the Supreme Court is handling its job?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSApprove 47 40

Disapprove 46 15Unsure 7 45

2. "In general, do you think the Supreme Court is too liberal, too conservative, or just about right?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSToo Liberal 30 0Too Conservative 23 65 About Right 41 35

3. "All in all, do you think things in the nation are generally headed in the right direction, or do you feel that things are off on the wrong track?"Right Direction 25 55 Wrong Track 67 45 4. “Do you approve or disapprove of the job Barack Obama is doing as President?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSApprove 41 80 20Disapprove 53

5. "Which of these statements comes closest to your view? Taxes on wealthy people should be kept low because they invest their money in the private sector and that helps the economy and creates jobs. Taxes on wealthy people should be kept high so the government can use their money for programs to help lower-income people." GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSKept Low 36 30 Kept High 56 70 6. "Do you think large corporations have too much influence, too little influence, or about the right amount of influence on American life and politics today?"

GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Too Much 76 75 Too Little 5 0About Right 14 25

7. “Do You Approve or Disapprove of Labor Unions?”


Approve 54 85Disapprove 39 15

8. "Do you approve or disapprove of the way Barack Obama is handling the economy?”



9. "Do you approve or disapprove of the way Barack Obama is handling foreign policy?”


Approve 36 55 Disapprove 48 45Unsure 16

10. "How much confidence do you have that the government in Washington D.C. will make progress over the next year on the most important problems facing the country: a lot of confidence, some confidence, not much confidence, or no confidence at all?"


A Lot of Confidence 7 0Some Confidence 35 45Not Much Confidence 35 40No Confidence at All 23 15 11. "Do you strongly favor, favor, oppose, or strongly oppose allowing gay and lesbian couples to marry legally?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Strongly Favor 27 80Favor 27 15Oppose 19 0Strongly Oppose 19 0Unsure 9 5

12. “Overall, do you have a favorable or an unfavorable impression of Barack Obama?”


Favorable 43 80Unfavorable 51 20

13. "With respect to the abortion issue, would you consider yourself to be pro-choice or pro-life?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Pro-Choice 45 94Pro-Life 48 5

14. “Which of these comes closest to your view? Abortion should be generally available to those who want it OR Abortion should be available, but under stricter limits than it is now OR Abortion should not be permitted. GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Generally Available 36 90Available Under Stricter Limits 34 5Should Not be Permitted 26 5 15. "Do you approve or disapprove of the job Congress is doing?"



16. “When it comes to Afghanistan, do you think the war was worth it or not worth it?”


Worth It 27 25Not Worth It 65 75

17. “If you had to choose, would you describe yourself more as a hawk, that is someone who believes that military force should be used frequently to promote U.S. policy; or as more of a dove, that is someone who believes the U.S. should rarely or never use military force?”


Hawk 44 20Dove 52 80

18. "Do you believe in God?"


Yes 92 45No 7 55

19. "Which of the following statements comes closest to describing your views about the Bible? The Bible is the actual word of God and is to be taken literally, word for word. The Bible is the inspired word of God but not everything in it should be taken literally. OR, The Bible is an ancient book of fables, legends, history, and moral precepts recorded by man."


Actual 30 0Inspired 49 45Fables 17 55

20. Which statement is closer to your views, even if neither is exactly right? The Islamic religion is more likely than others to encourage violence among its believers OR The Islamic religion does not encourage violence more than others?


More Likely to Encourage Violence 43 55Does Not Encourage Violence More Than Others 44 45

21. "How important is religion in your daily life? Is it extremely important, very important, somewhat important, or not at all important?"


Extremely Important 58 5Very Important 22 10Somewhat Important 10 30Not at All Important 9 55

22. "Would you generally favor or oppose teaching creationism along with evolution in public schools?"


Favor 58 15Oppose 35 85

23. "Which of the following statements comes closest to your views on the origin and development of human beings? (1) Human beings have developed over millions of years from less advanced forms of life, but God guided this process. (2) Human beings have developed over millions of years from less advanced forms of life, but God had no part in this process. (3) God created human beings pretty much in their present form at one time within the last 10,000 years or so."


Guided by God 32 25God had no Part 15 70God Created in Present Form 46 5

24. "How certain are you that Social Security will be there if you need it in retirement? Do you think it will definitely be there, probably be there, probably not be there, or definitely not be there if you need it?”


Definitely be There 15 5Probably be There 39 45Probably Not be There 30 40Definitely Not be There 13 10

25. “Do You Support or Oppose Stricter Gun Control Laws in the United States?”


Support 50 95

Oppose 47 5

26. "What do you think is more important -- to protect the right of Americans to own guns, or to control gun ownership?"


Right to Own Guns 48 0Control Ownership 50 100

27. "Do you or does anyone in your house own a gun, or not?"


Yes 43 5No 55 95

28. "I'm going to read you two statements about the role of government, and I'd like to know which one comes closer to your point of view. Statement A: Government should do more to solve problems and help meet the needs of people. OR, Statement B: Government is doing too many things better left to businesses and individuals."


Should Do More 52 75Is Doing Too Many Things 44 25

29. "Generally speaking, would you say you favor smaller government with fewer services, or larger government with more services?"


Smaller 56 15Larger 35 85

30. "In your opinion, which of the following will be the biggest threat to the country in the future: big business, big labor, or big government?"


Business 26 75Labor 8 5Government 64 20

31. “How much of the time do you think you can trust the government in Washington to do what is right? Just about always, most of the time, or only some of the time?”


Just About Always 3 10Most of the Time 16 30Only Some of the Time 68 60

Never 12 0

32. “Now thinking about political leaders, all things considered, which do you admire most: political leaders who make compromises with people they disagree with, or political leaders who stick to their positions without compromising?”


Compromise 52 90Stick to Positions 38 10

33. “Do you think the use of marijuana should be legal, or not?”



34. "Right now, do you think the state of moral values in the country as a whole is getting better or getting worse?"


Getting Better 21 60Getting Worse 71 40

35. "Do you think that young people today have as strong a sense of right and wrong as they did, say, fifty years ago?"


Yes 18 60No 79 40

36. "In the dispute between Israel and the Palestinians, which side do you sympathize with more: Israel or the Palestinians?


Israel 54 65 Palestinians 16 10Both 3 20Neither 14 5

37. “When it comes to the current conflict in the Middle East, are your sympathies more with the Israelis or more with Hamas?”


Israelis 54 75Hamas 7 5Unsure 39 25

38. "In America, each generation has tried to have a better life than their parents, with a better living standard, better homes, a better education, and so on. How likely do you think it is that today's youth will have a better life than their parents: very likely, somewhat likely, somewhat unlikely, or very unlikely?"


Very Likely 13 20Somewhat Likely 31 55Somewhat Unlikely 28 25Very Unlikely 27 0

39. “Do you think the future of the next generation of your family will be better, worse, or about the same as your life today?”


Better 23 35Worse 50 5About the Same 23 60

40. “Do you agree or disagree? The American dream has become impossible for most people to achieve.”


Agree 59 50Disagree 40 50

41. "Do you feel that the distribution of money and wealth in this country today is fair, or do you feel that the money and wealth in this country should be more evenly distributed among a larger percentage of the people?"


Distribution Is Fair 33 40Should be More Evenly Distributed 59 60

42. "Would you favor or oppose a federal law that would lower the drinking age in all states to 18?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS


43. "Do you think the penalties for underage drinking should be made more strict, less strict, or remain as they are now?"


More Strict 60 5

Less Strict 6 50Remain as They Are 31 45

44. "Looking ahead, how likely is it that you will ever be rich? Would you say it is very likely, somewhat likely, not very likely, or not at all likely?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSVery Likely 7 25 Somewhat Likely 21 60 Not Very Likely 40 15 Not at All Likely 32 0 45. "Generally speaking, do you think nuclear power plants are safe or unsafe?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSSafe 57 40 Unsafe 40 60

46. "From what you know about global climate change or global warming, which one of the following statements comes closest to your opinion? Global climate change has been established as a serious problem, and immediate action is necessary. There is enough evidence that climate change is taking place and some action should be taken. We don't know enough about global climate change, and more research is necessary before we take any actions. Concern about global climate change is unwarranted." GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSImmediate Action 31 65Some Action 30 35More Research 24 0 Concern Unwarranted 13 0

47. “Do you favor or oppose increased use of fracking, a drilling method that uses high-pressure water and chemicals to extract oil and natural gas from underground rock formations?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSFavor 44 35Oppose 49 65

48. “Do you consider Russia an ally of the United States, friendly but not an ally, unfriendly, or an enemy of the United States?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSAlly 7 0Friendly but not an Ally 29 35 Unfriendly 34 60Enemy 22 5 49. "Do you display the American flag, in places such as at your home or office, or on your car or clothing, or not?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSDo 75 10Do Not 25 90

50. "Do you think that women who serve in the military and who want to serve in ground units that engage in close combat should be allowed to do that or not?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSShould be Allowed 75 100 Should not be Allowed 22 0 51. "Do you think the federal government regulates business too much these days, does it regulate business too little, or does it impose the right amount of regulation on business?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSToo Much 47 0 Too Little 26 30 Right Amount 24 70

52. "What do you think foreign trade means for America? Do you see foreign trade more as an opportunity for economic growth through increased U.S. exports or a threat to the economy from foreign imports?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSOpportunity 54 95 Threat 38 5

53. "Do you think the fact that the American economy has become increasingly global is good because it has opened up new markets for American products and resulted in more jobs, or bad because it has subjected American companies and employees to unfair competition and cheap labor?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSGood 43 85Bad 48 15

54. "How serious a problem do you think the issue of ILLEGAL immigration is for the country right now: very serious, somewhat serious, not too serious, or not at all serious?"

GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSVery Serious 62 20Somewhat Serious 22 50Not too Serious 10 30Not at all Serious 4 0

55. "Which comes closest to your view about illegal immigrants who are living in the U.S.? They should be allowed to stay in the U.S. and eventually apply for citizenship. They should be allowed to stay in the U.S. legally, but not be allowed to apply for citizenship. OR, They should be required to leave the U.S."


Stay, Apply for Citizenship 54 80Stay, Cannot Apply for Citizenship 11 10Be Required to Leave 30 10

56. "As I read a pair of statements, please say whether the FIRST statement or the SECOND statement comes closer to your own views, even if neither is exactly right. Immigrants

today strengthen our country because of their hard work and talents. Immigrants today are a burden on our country because they take our jobs, housing and health care."


Strengthen Our Country 49 90A Burden on our Country 42 10 57. “Do You Think the Economy is Currently in a Recession or Not?”


In a Recession 49 25Not in a Recession 46 75

58. “Do you favor or oppose allowing public schools to start each day with a prayer?”



59. “Prayer is an important part of my daily life”


Yes 76 0No 22 100

60. "Are you in favor of the death penalty for a person convicted of murder?"


Yes 63 30No 32 70

61. “If you could choose between the following two approaches, which do you think is the better penalty for murder: the death penalty, or life imprisonment with absolutely no possibility of parole?”


Death Penalty 50 30Life Imprisonment without Parole 45 70

62. "If a person holding high public office committed adultery, do you think that person lacks the personal character and integrity to hold office, or not?"


Yes, lacks the character to hold office 50 30No, does not lack the character to hold office 49 70 63. "Some people support increasing the use of surveillance cameras in public spaces because they think it would help stop or catch terrorists and other criminals. Other people oppose increasing the use of surveillance cameras because they think it would violate the privacy of law-abiding citizens. Which of these positions is closer to your own? Do you support increasing the use of surveillance cameras or oppose increasing the use of surveillance cameras?"


Support 69 63Oppose 23 36

64. "As a general goal, which of these two do you think is more desirable: the elimination of all nuclear arms in the world, or for a few major countries including the U.S. to have enough nuclear arms so no country would dare attack them?"


Elimination of All Nuclear Arms 50 75A Few Nuclear Armed Countries 49 25

65. "Using a grade of A, B, C, D and F -- where A is excellent and F is very poor -- and using any of the grades in between, how would you grade the U.S. on the quality of the public schools in this country?"


A 5 0B 23 5C 32 9D 26 5F 12 1

66. Do you approve or disapprove of affirmative action admissions programs at colleges and law schools that give racial preferences to minority applicants?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS


67. “If there were a place on your ballot that allowed you to vote to defeat and replace every single member of Congress, including your own representative, would you do this, or not?


Yes 54 8No 42 12

68. "If you honestly assessed yourself, would you say that you have at least some feelings of racial prejudice?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Yes 35 57No 64 42

69. "Do you approve or disapprove of the way your own representative to the U.S. House of Representatives in Congress is handling his or her job?"

GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSYes 41 75No 51 25

70. "Would you favor or oppose the United States taking military action against Iran in order to prevent them from producing a nuclear weapon?”



71. “Do you feel upper-income people pay more than their fair share in federal income taxes, less than their fair share, or is the amount they pay about right?”


More Than Their Fair Share 11 20 Less Than Their Fair Share 55 30About Right 24 50

72. "People feel differently about how far a government should go. Here is a phrase which some people believe in and some don't. Do you think our government should or should not redistribute wealth by heavy taxes on the rich?"


Should 52 55Should Not 45 45

73. "In your opinion, what causes someone to be gay or lesbian? Do you believe that people are born gay or lesbian, or that people become gay or lesbian because of the way they are brought up, or is it just the way that some people choose to live?"

GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSBorn 42 70Brought Up 6 0Choice 36 15Unsure 16 15

74. "In general, how satisfied are you with the way things are going in your own life these days? Would you say you are completely satisfied, somewhat satisfied, somewhat dissatisfied, or would you say you are completely dissatisfied with the way things are going these days?"


Completely Satisfied 22 40 Somewhat Satisfied 50 50Somewhat Dissatisfied 22 5Completely Dissatisfied 6 5

75. "Some people think of American society as divided into two groups, the 'haves' and the 'have-nots,' while others think it's incorrect to think of America that way. Do you, yourself, think of America as divided into haves and have-nots, or don't you think of America that way?"


Yes, Divided 45 55No, Not Divided 52 45

76. “Do you think the U.S. economic system is fair or unfair?”

GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSFair 45 50Unfair 49 50

77. “Do you think the U.S. economic system is fair or unfair to you personally?”


Fair 62 85Unfair 36 15

78. “Success in life is pretty much determined by forces outside our control”



79. “People should take responsibility for their own lives and economic well being and not expect other people to help” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS


80. “Do you think school districts should or should not be allowed to test public school students for illegal drugs before those students can participate in non-athletic activities?”


Should 70 26Should Not 29 73

81. “The best way to ensure peace is through military strength”


Agree 49Disagree 47

82. “We should all be willing to fight for our country, whether it is right or wrong”


Agree 50Disagree 45 83. “I feel it’s my duty as a citizen to always vote”


Agree 90 Disagree 9

84. “Hard work offers little guarantee of success”

GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSAgree 35Disagree 63

85. “Today it's really true that the rich just get richer while the poor get poorer”


Agree 76Disagree 23

86. Which of the following better reflects your view on climate change? I trust what scientists say when they warn about climate change. I think scientists manipulate their findings for political reasons." GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSI Trust Scientists 48Scientists Manipulate Findings 43

87. "With which one of these statements about the environment and the economy do you most agree? Protection of the environment should be given priority, even at the risk of curbing economic growth. OR, Economic growth should be given priority, even if the environment suffers to some extent." GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSProtection of the environment 50 Prioritize Economic Growth 41

88. “Which of the following statements comes closest to your own view? (A) Using overwhelming military force is the best way to defeat terrorism around the world (B) Relying too much on military force to defeat terrorism creates hatred that leads to more terrorism” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSChoice A 38 Choice B 52

89. “Which of the following statements comes closest to your own view? (A) The growing number of newcomers from other countries threatens traditional American customs and values (b) The growing number of newcomers from other countries strengthens American society” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSChoice A 43 Choice B 52

90. “Which of the following statements comes closest to your own view? (A) Our country has made the changes needed to give blacks equal rights with whites (B) Our country needs to continue making changes to give blacks equal rights with whites” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSChoice A 49Choice B 45

91. "Some people say that since the 1960s there has been a lot of real progress in getting rid of racial discrimination against blacks. Others say that there hasn't been much real progress for blacks over that time. Which do you agree with more? Would you say there's been a lot of real progress getting rid of racial discrimination or hasn't there been much real progress?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSA Lot of Real Progress 78Hasn’t Been Much Real Progress 19

92. “Which of the following statements comes closest to your own view? (A) Wall Street helps the American economy more than it hurts (B) Wall Street hurts the American economy more than it helps” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSChoice A 36 Choice B 51

93. “When something is run by the government it is usually inefficient and wasteful” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSAgree 59Disagree 37

94. “The federal government controls too much of our daily lives” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSAgree 62 Disagree 36

95. As you may know, a health reform bill was signed into law in 2010. Given what you know about the health reform law, do you have a generally favorable or generally unfavorable opinion of it?" GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Favorable 37Unfavorable 53

96. “Would you like to be famous, this is, popular; well-known, or widely recognized for your accomplishments, activities, abilities, expertise, or opinions?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSYes 30No 69

97. “Some people seem to follow what's going on in government and public affairs most of the time, whether there's an election or not. Others aren't that interested. Would you say that you follow what's going on in government and public affairs.” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSMost of the time 45Some of the Time 36Only Now and Then 14Hardly At All 5

98. “In your opinion, which is more often to blame if a person is poor? Lack of effort on his or her part, or circumstances beyond his or her control?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSLack of Effort 38 Circumstances Beyond Their Control 46

99. “Alcohol use is” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSMorally Unacceptable 16Morally Acceptable 32Not a Moral Issue 46

100. “Smoking Marijuana is” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSMorally Wrong 35Not Morally Wrong 64

101. “Premarital Sex is” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSMorally Unacceptable 30Morally Acceptable 29Not a Moral Issue 36

102. “How proud are you to be an American: extremely proud, very proud, moderately proud, only a little proud, or not at all proud?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSExtremely Proud 51Very Proud 31Moderately Proud 12 Only a Little Proud 3Not at all Proud 1

103. “The world is always changing and we should adjust our morals and values to those changes” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSAgree 47 Disagree 52

104. “There are clear guidelines about what’s good or evil regardless of the situation” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSAgree 76Disagree 21

105. “Aside from weddings and funerals, how often do you attend religious services... more than once a week, once a week, once or twice a month, a few times a year, seldom, or never?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSMore than Once a Week 14 Once a Week 25Once or Twice a Month 14A Few Times a Year 20 Seldom 15Never 11 106. “Many people today think they can get ahead without working hard and making sacrifices” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSAgree 60Disagree 37

107. “Please tell me whether you think colleges and universities should or should not give children of alumni preference in admissions.” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSShould 19 Should Not 74

108. How much say do you think people like yourself have about what the government does -- a good deal, some, or not much?"


A Good Deal 10Some 25Not Much 64

109. “I admire people who are rich” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Agree 27Disagree 67

110. “Business corporations make too much profit.”


Agree 61Disagree 35

111. “Wall Street only cares about Making Money for Itself”


Agree 72Disagree 22

112. “It bothers me when I come into contact with immigrants who speak little or no English.”


Agree 41Disagree 57

113. “As of today do you lean more to the Republican Party or more to the Democratic Party?”


Republican 39Democrat 44Independent / Other Party / Unsure 17

114. “Do you consider yourself a supporter of the Tea Party movement, or not?”


Yes 22No 66

115. “What is your preference for the outcome of this year's congressional elections: a Congress controlled by Republicans or a Congress controlled by Democrats?"


Republicans 44Democrats 43Unsure 13 116. “The Government should help more needy people even if it means going deeper into debt.” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Agree 43Disagree 52

117. “We should make every effort to improve the position of blacks and other minorities, even if it means giving preferential treatment.” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Agree 33Disagree 62

118. “We should restrict and control people coming to live in our country more than we do now.” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSAgree 69Disagree 28

119. "How worried are you that there will soon be another terrorist attack in the United States: very worried, somewhat worried, not too worried, or not at all worried?"


Very Worried 24Somewhat Worried 35Not Too Worried 27Not at all Worried 13

120, "As a result of the recent violence in Iraq, do you think the threat of terrorism against the United States will increase, decrease, or stay about the same?"


Increase 44Decrease 3Stay the Same 50

121. "Which of these comes closer to your view? The U.S. political system is working the way it is supposed to work with both sides fighting hard for what they believe is right. OR, The U.S. political system is not working because of all the fighting and gridlock."


Is Working 16Is Not Working 80

122. "As you may know, the federal minimum wage is currently set at $7.25 an hour. Do you favor or oppose an increase in the federal minimum wage?"


Favor 71Oppose 28

123. “We should pay less attention to problems overseas and concentrate on problems here at home” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Agree 83Disagree 14

124. “Women get fewer opportunities than men for good jobs.”


Agree 51Disagree 46

125. “I have old-fashioned values about family and marriage.”


Completely Agree 41Mostly Agree 31Mostly Disagree 11Completely Disagree 14 126 “Most Issues in Washington Don’t Affect Me Personally.”


Agree 26Disagree 73

127. “Generally speaking, would you say that most people can be trusted or that you can’t be too careful in dealing with people?”


People Can be Trusted 37Can’t be Too Careful 59

128. “Do you think you will have enough income in the future to lead the kind of life you want?” GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTS

Yes 44No 55

129. “If you were asked to use one of these commonly used names for social classes, which would you say you belong in?”


Upper Class 1Upper-Middle Class 11Middle Class 47Lower-Middle Class 27Lower Class 11

130. Thinking ahead to 10 or so years from now, do you think the natural environment in the world will be better, worse, or about the same?


Better 10Worse 58About the Same 31

131. "Overall, do you think the signers of the Declaration of Independence would be pleased or disappointed by the way the United States has turned out?"


Pleased 27Disappointed 71

132. "Compared to your parents' generation, do you think in general your opportunities to succeed in life are better than theirs, worse than theirs, or about the same as theirs?"


Better 42Worse 32About the Same 24

133. "Do you support or oppose the federal government program in which all phone calls are scanned to see if any calls are going to a phone number linked to terrorism?"


Support 50Oppose 44

134. Do you favor or oppose the U.S. using unmanned aircraft or “drones” to carry out missile attacks against suspected terrorists in foreign countries?


Favor 72Oppose 22

135. “Suppose that on Election Day you could vote on key issues as well as candidates. Would you vote for or against a law that would limit the size of soft drinks and other sugary beverages served in restaurants to no more than 16 ounces?”


Vote for the Law 30Vote against the Law 69

136. “Do you think women’s presence in combat situations enhances military effectiveness or compromises it?”


Enhances It 41

Compromises It 32

137. “The fact that some people in the United States are rich and others are poor is…”


An Acceptable Part of the Economic System 52A Problem That Needs to be Fixed 48

138. “Which decade of the 20th Century would you most like to go back to?”


1900s 81910s 11920s 111930s 21940s 91950s 181960s 151970s 121980s 131990s 10

139. “Overall, do you support or oppose U.S. air strikes against the Sunni insurgents in Iraq?"


Support 54Oppose 39

140 "Do you think the United States should or should not take the leading role among all other countries in the world in trying to solve international conflicts?"


Should Take the Leading Role 37Should Not Take the Leading Role 58

141. "Thinking about the police shooting of an African American teen in Ferguson, Missouri, overall, do you think that this case raises important issues about race that need to be discussed, or do you think the issue of race is getting more attention in this case than it deserves?"

GENERAL PUBLIC AT GOV STUDENTSRaises Important Issues About Race 44

Race is Getting Too Much Attention 40

142. What Grade Would You Give the Public Schools in Your Community?


A 12

B 35

C 35

D 12

F 6

143. How much, if anything, have you heard about the new national standards for teaching reading, writing, and math in grades K through 12, known as the Common Core State Standards


A Great Deal 17

A Fair Amount 30

Only a Little 34

Nothing at All 19

144. Do you favor or oppose having the teachers in your community use the Common Core standards to guide what they teach?


Favor 33

Oppose 60

145. "From what you know, do you think the shooting of Michael Brown by police in Ferguson was justified, or not justified, or don't you know enough to say?"


Was Justified 9

Was Not Justified 25

Don’t Know Enough to Say 64

146. "From what you know, in the aftermath of the shooting in Ferguson, do you think the police response to the protests has mostly gone too far, not gone far enough, or been about right?"


Too Far 32

Not Gone Far Enough 15

About Right 33

Unsure 20

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