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For a democracy to function, the voices and opinions of the people must be heard by policymakers. In this unit, you will study the demographic make-up of the United States, learn about how policymakers learn about public opinion, and where we get our political beliefs. 

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Public Opinion
Ideology and Participation

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Pubic Opinion Study Guide
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Assignment #1: Forming Public Opinion

Assignment #2: Political Socialization

​Assignment #3: Voting Behavior

Assignment #4: Measuring Public Opinion

  • Measuring Public Opinion, pages 219-223
  • Study guide questions 9-11
  • Key terms 15-16
  • MindTap: Public Opinion Polling Techniques

Assignment #5: Public Opinion and the Political Process

​Assignment #6: Study for the Test

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