Assignment task:
Explore Gallup: Visit the Gallup website and select an article that describes public opinion on a political topic. This website has numerous articles that describe the public's opinion on political topics.
Article Analysis: In your initial post, address the following:
Summary: Provide a brief summary of the article.
Poll Details: Explain how the public opinion poll was conducted (e.g., sample size, method, timing).
Public Opinion: Describe how public opinion is reflected in the poll. What are the key findings?
Potential Bias: Discuss any potential biases in the poll. Are there factors that might affect the reliability or validity of the results?
Social and Economic Issues: Identify the social and economic issues most likely to cause polarization on this topic. Consider the topics covered in Chapter 6, such as experiences that could affect opinions.