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Sarah H Public Op

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http://www.rasmussenreports.com/public_content/politics/mood_of_america/right_direction_or_wrong_track

 

Americans are too quick to judge, when half of them have no idea whats going on to begin with. How is it, that throughout the years and not just this past month, it is rare for the American people to have more than 30% confidence in the government? Can America really always be heading in the wrong direction? Even though it is a rare changing public opinion, I do disagree with it. Americans need to learn more about what is actually going on before they blame the nation's government for everything that can possibly go wrong. America is trying to get back on its feet, and what people don't understand is that it takes a very long time to do so. 

 

http://zogby.com/news/2011/11/03/ibope-zogby-poll-51-adults-oppose-compensating-students-ncaa-sports-participation/

 

Part one:

Based on these stats, Adults seem very "by the book" when it comes to NCAA Athletics. In America, sports are a huge industry and it involves many investments, at every level really, but especially at the college and professional levels. Although sports are huge, many people think that NCAA sports give out too much money to athletes. This may be correct, however, if a college athlete deserves it (based on grades and performance alike), than I don't see the problem with it. However, it should not just be money thrown around. Maybe the mindset of the opposing American adults is because the nation is in such a recession, this money could be going to better things, such as using it for educational purposes or something else that will help stimulate the economy. Whether or not these statistics may change is up in the air, because when it comes to sports there are always going to be very mixed opinions. 

 

http://www.gallup.com/poll/150773/Americans-Tilt-Toward-Favoring-Repeal-Healthcare-Law.aspx

 

If every American is going to be guaranteed the same health care advantages as the next, I'm not entirely sure why some Americans would be in opposition of that. It is possible that hard working Americans are feeling cheated out? The foundations of America are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness: all Americans are equal, and therefore have the rights to an equally healthy life and equally easy access to medical care. After the next 2012 election, opinions may change based on what the presidential candidates have to say about it, but until then, it may or may not fluctuate. 

 

http://www.metro.co.uk/film/873969-snape-is-named-most-popular-harry-potter-character-in-fans-poll

 

In the most recent poll of over 70,000 fans, Severus Snape was voted the favorite Harry Potter character over Harry Potter himself. As a matter of fact, Harry Potter finished fourth on the list. Why? Snape is portrayed as a sinister character, who plays for both parties: the good and the bad. In the end, it is proven that he was really good all along. What is it that both American and British fans adore so much? As a part of being human, we often view things on a scale of morality, and love it when good over-powers evil. He is the most dense character, and has a lot of mystery to him. He is the battle of morality in the story of Harry Potter. After the last movie was released and this was the deciding poll, I think that it will be unlikely for this opinion to change. 

 

http://www.gallup.com/poll/150758/Cain-Fall-Gingrich-Rise-Result-Tie-High-Intensity-Score.aspx

 

In a recent poll, Republican candidates Cain and Gingrich are at a tie for an intensity score. After the sex scandal, Cain significantly lost intensity points, while Gingrich took the time to increase his own. They now are at a standstill with each other. They are tied for the number two spot for popularity of a Republican candidate, behind Mitt Romney. It is obvious why Cain's support fell; Americans don't trust a man who is rumor to have sex scandals. It is possible that their views may go back to supporting him, however I see it unlikely. In America, the smallest mention of a sex scandal is taken very seriously. 

 

Comments (5)

Taylor H said

at 1:01 pm on Nov 21, 2011

I agree with your idea that the American people are too quick to blame the government about issues that they are so uniformed about. Most people no the very minimum about our government therefore they cannot judge the policies that the government is introducing.

egumpper@... said

at 8:53 pm on Nov 21, 2011

I agree with Sarah in regards to her opinion behind the "Cain sex scandal." The public of America takes any type of sexual abuse seriously. Even though their was no accurate information backing the scandal posted by politico the idea was put out their and is instilled in the minds of the public. As Sarah said, it is very possible for Cain to make a comeback but after the way he handled the false accusation (pointing fingers at everyone else) I cannot see him making a comeback anytime soon.

crovnan said

at 9:57 pm on Nov 21, 2011

I particularly liked your poll research on the Harry Potter fave character. It took me by surprise because who would ever think that a character like Snape would beat out the main character, Harry Potter himself? However, this just goes to show how surprising the public opinion can turn out to be. So, I think this is a great example of how humans can be a bit unpredictable when it comes to expressing their opinions. I completely agree with your first topic listed above. You made a really strong point that I firmly agree with when you said that "Americans are too quick to judge, when half of them have no idea what's going on to begin with."

Christie McLaughlin said

at 11:15 pm on Nov 21, 2011

It is not very surprising at all that Cain's support fell, like you said America does not like sex scandals. However, I was surprosed that considering the scandals he is still tied for number two for Republicans. I think that this shows that part of America has gone back to supporting him.
Severus Snape! <3
When this poll came out (I might have voted on the MTV one which was essentially the same thing XD), I was not surprised at all. After all, people love tragic heroes.

J.M. Conway said

at 1:26 am on Nov 22, 2011

Though I'd agree with Christie's comment in that Cain still being in the upper echelon of GOP candidates says a lot, I definitely agree with your idea that the smallest notion of a sex scandal does a lot of damage. Even if proven innocent, Americans are still going to have that in the back of their minds.

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