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Public opinion includes only those views that relate to public affairs.
Because it includes the views of many people.
Because it includes the views of many people.
Public opinion is views represented by the general public and policy making is adopted by the government. SO - public opinion can impact policy making in a positive or negative way, whether it is in your favor or not in your favor.
Stephen Daryl Shaffer has written: 'The new Mississippi' -- subject(s): Public opinion 'Stability and change in Mississippians' political and partisan views' -- subject(s): Public opinion
Public opinion is a complex collection of the opinions of many different people. It is the sum of all of their views. It is NOT the single and undivided view of some mass mind.
Polls measure public views on issues, government policies, and political figures (including office holders and candidates).
it whipped up American public opinion in favor of the rebels :)
Surveys concerning the views of a particular population are often conducted by the Gallup Company. There are several other major public opinion surveys in addition to the Gallup polls. Many polls concern how the population views political issues or candidates for public office.
Polls and surveys conducted through various methods such as telephone, online platforms, or in-person interviews are commonly used to measure public opinion. These methods allow for a representative sample of the population to provide their views on specific issues, making them reliable tools for gauging public opinion.
Some voters do not understand the candidates' views.
To give insight on the likely outcome. Also to help determine the public opinion.