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Meanings of “ public opinion”. Aug 27. Standard survey format. Standard questions, usually multiple choice Neutral, non-challenging interviewer Anonymity Similarity to voting with secret ballot. Views of public opinion. Standard view Everyone should count equally
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Meanings of “public opinion” Aug 27
Standard survey format • Standard questions, usually multiple choice • Neutral, non-challenging interviewer • Anonymity • Similarity to voting with secret ballot
Views of public opinion • Standard view • Everyone should count equally • “True” opinions are those expressed in the absence of social pressure • Major alternatives • Public opinion is opinion that produces action • “True” opinions are those resulting from informed discussion