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5 facts about presidential and vice presidential debates

5 facts about presidential and vice presidential debates | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
Here are five important things to know before the first presidential debate kicks off next month in Cleveland.
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ABC News' Guide to Polls & Public Opinion (Great intro for students)

ABC News' Guide to Polls & Public Opinion (Great intro for students) | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
Public opinion polls can be simultaneously compelling and off-putting - compelling because they represent a sort of national look in the mirror; off-putting because they're not well understood by many news consumers. Why conduct polls? How do they work? And how come you never call me? Some basic...
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Nightly News: Obama’s approval rating drops to all-time low

Nightly News: Obama’s approval rating drops to all-time low | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams
Melissa Aleman's curator insight, December 20, 2013 3:00 PM

This video explains the president's approval ratings have dropped and the affect Obama's leadership has on the nation.  I think the trials of Obama have been difficult and must be difficult for him to juggle everything. It makes sense as to why Obama has lost approval ratings because the public is tired of not getting what was promised. Especially now with the NSA leaks as well...He may continue to lose approval.

Adriana Cruz's curator insight, January 25, 2014 5:39 PM

It's not shocking that President Obama's presidential rating and personal rating have gotten dropped to an all-time low. I agree that President Obama should show more involvement with fixing the Obamacare issues because as of right now he's shown very little, and that's one of the many reasons his rating is so low.

Alex fowler's curator insight, February 2, 2014 11:47 PM

Obamas ratings have dropped a lot since the beginning of his presidency the obamacare does not seem to be working out for him very well. His ratings used to be a lot higher and now they are making a record breaking low. 

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Digital Download: Can Twitter predict elections?

Candidate mentions may forecast votes
Jolie Starr's curator insight, September 10, 2013 10:17 PM

I honestly agree with both debators here. For one, if people see a name on twitter, for even a split second, and then that name shows up in a ballot, they are more likely to vote for them. Although, people can also be influenced AWAY from a candidate by seeing the negative comments about them on twitter. It could work to both the advantage and disadvantage of candidates. 

Sabika Rehman's comment, September 14, 2013 5:45 PM
I believe that you can't predict by twitter because not everyone are on twitter and they may change their mind
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Why America Is Saying 'No': @peggynoonannyc on Obama and Syria

Why America Is Saying 'No': @peggynoonannyc on Obama and Syria | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
Syria and Obama: Wrong time, wrong place, wrong plan, wrong man, argues Peggy Noonan.
Teresa Herrin's insight:

Most people consider Ronald Reagan the "Great Communicator". Credit for much of his eloquence belongs to Peggy Noonan, one of his primary speechwriters. Noonan is also the author of several of George H.W. Bush's memorable lines, too. Her Wikipedia entry is worth reading.

In this course, you will learn the importance of great political rhetoric.

Will Levine's curator insight, September 11, 2013 12:35 AM

This country's response was very good in my opinion in the respect that the majority of us do not want to go to war with Syria and activate our military action. Obama seems to be not fully clear on how to deal with the situation although I admire his decision in not going to war and to do this in a peaceful way.

carlosdgarcia's curator insight, September 11, 2013 10:16 PM

Noonan is right. There is no need for a military intervention. There is nothing to prove, it won't do anything besides have American causalties. Something DOES need to be done though, and the best thing could possibly be what the pope said. Punish Assad and whoever else allowed the chemical weapons to be used. And who cares what Iran and North Korea think. Let them judge.

Melissa Aleman's curator insight, September 11, 2013 11:50 PM

I thouroughly enjoyed this article because Noonan had very STRONG points that I agreed with. This helped me decide that I do believe that the military strike is probably not the best solution. Noonan brought up a good point that no one should question our power as America and no one is because it is very known that we are a strong nation. So that shouldnt be a reason at all for taking the strike. 

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Houston Area Survey: Support for immigration has grown significantly

Houston Area Survey: Support for immigration has grown significantly | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
As the immigration debate in the U.S. Senate heats up, findings from the 32nd annual Kinder Institute Houston Area Survey show that support for immigration reform has grown significantly among Houstonians.
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Obama Maintains Approval Advantage, but GOP Runs Even on Key Issues

Obama Maintains Approval Advantage, but GOP Runs Even on Key Issues | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
Overview President Obama continues to hold a substantial advantage over congressional Republicans in public regard. Obama’s job approval is back in positive
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Great article -- Have American politics killed the impartial Supreme Court? (Includes Pew Research data)

Great article -- Have American politics killed the impartial Supreme Court? (Includes Pew Research data) | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
The politics of the Supreme Court has a lot more to do with the people who nominated them than the justices themselves.
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IOP Releases New Fall Poll, 5 Key Findings And Trends in Millennial Viewpoints

IOP Releases New Fall Poll, 5 Key Findings And Trends in Millennial Viewpoints | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
   Read the full reportConceived by two Harvard undergraduate students during the winter of 1999, Harvard University’s Institute of Politics Survey of Young Americans’ Attit...
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Obamacare—A Game-Changer in the Making?

Obamacare—A Game-Changer in the Making? | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
Capital: Columnist David Wessel wonders what happens if Obamacare and the health exchanges succeed, and sees a game-changer that could change the way most Americans get insurance.
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Opposition to Syrian Airstrikes Surges

Opposition to Syrian Airstrikes Surges | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
Overview Over just the past week, the share of Americans who oppose U.S. airstrikes in Syria has surged 15 points, from 48% to 63%, as many who were undecided
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Is it a good idea to share your political opinions online? | SmartBlogs

Is it a good idea to share your political opinions online? | SmartBlogs | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
SmartPulse -- our weekly nonscientific reader poll in SmartBrief on Social Media -- tracks feedback from leading marketers about social media practices and
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People hate Congress. But most incumbents get re-elected. What gives?

People hate Congress.  But most incumbents get re-elected. What gives? | AP Government & Politics | Scoop.it
15 percent of people approve of Congress. 90 percent of incumbents win. Huh?
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