Learning Objectives
Myths & Realities: Is there such a thing as majority opinion?
- How do we define political public opinion?
- What agents of political socialization help to shape and influence our opinions about government and politics?
- What factors contribute to a well-designed and effective poll? What factors contribute to a poorly designed poll?
- Do the findings from public opinion polls suggest that Americans question the principles of democracy and representative government?
- How does public opinion vary between women and men and within and among different ethnic, religious, racial, and age groups?
- What are the different ways in which Americans participate in the political system?
