Includes bibliographical references (pages 221-224) and index.
Contents
Who deserves the blame for invading Iraq (and other mistakes)? -- The yes, no, and don't knows of political polling -- Gently introducing science, starring the median voter model and a test of citizens' independence -- Why do Americans favor some things yet oppose others? and explaining Republican success against partial birth abortion -- Questions are just as important as answers, particularly in a study of public opinion on the Iraq invasion -- Debunking manipulation myths, featuring the infamous Harry and Louise -- Political reforms and thoughts on media old and new.