Very Large Majorities of Americans Believe Big Companies, PACs, Political Lobbyists and the News Media Have Too Much Power...
Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 (Original item from February 2009)
Advocacy Strategies | Animal Advocacy | Legislation, Voting, Political Candidates
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Short Description:
Large majorities (over 80%) of those in the U.S. believe that big companies, political action committees, political lobbyists, and the news media have too much political influence. A much smaller proportion (19%) believe that nonprofit organizations have too much power, while 71% believe they have too little political power in Washington.
Abstract:
Full text of the question regarding non-profits: "And now a question about the power of different groups in influencing government policy, politicians, and policy makers in Washington. Do you think nonprofit organizations have too much or too little power and influence in Washington?"
- Too much (19%)
- too little (71%)
- About right (3%)
- Not sure/refused (7%)
Spot Check Number:
1014
Sponsor:
Harris Interactive
Record Type:
News Article, Survey Summary
Research Method:
Online Survey
Geographic Region:
United States National
Number of Participants:
1,010
Year Conducted:
February 2009
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