Public Opinion Flashcards
1
Q
Public opinion is used to denote the attitudes citizens have about political issues… What 3 other things?
A
Leaders, institutions and events.
2
Q
What is the term to describe “what you believe”?
A
Values
3
Q
What is the term to describe “your opinion”?
A
Your opinion
4
Q
What three things can manipulated your opinion?
A
The media, interest groups, and even opposing forces of the government.
5
Q
How is public opinion measured?
A
Surveys and polling.
6
Q
What are the four cons of polling?
A
Social desirability effect, selection bias, push polling, and bandwagon effect.
