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Issues in the year 1991

Exploring American Society

A look at Clarence Thomas, feminism and women's rights. Also, attitudes and politics of the elderly, perspectives on the 1992 election, and 50 years of polling on the USSR and Communism.

Vol. 3, No. 1, November/December 1991

     

Looking to the '92 Elections

Articles on finding a Democrat to run against George Bush run, and how should the polling industry and media cover the upcoming race. Also, it's tough to categorize the Catholic vote, questions over party identification, and America as a sporting nation.

Vol. 2, No. 6, September/October 1991

     

Thinking About Crime in the United States

Discussions about reducing crime inevitably split between those supporting strict enforcement and swift punishment and those who worry about personal rights and the societal issues. With a data essay on crime, cops and courts. Also, the evolution of musical tastes in American culture, and searching for better ways to measure things.

Vol. 2, No. 5, July/August 1991

     

The Parties, Looking to 1992

Contrasting views on where each political party stands, and a review of poll data on the national pulse. Also, the fractured political scene in Canada and the perennial status issue for Puerto Rico.

Vol. 2, No. 4, May/June 1991

     

What to Do about Health Care?

Sure, it's too expensive, but what's the best approach? The medical community and public offer different views. Also, a look at the decline of two-parent families and its consequences, and a review of both US and European opinion on the crisis in the Persian Gulf.

Vol. 2, No. 3, March/April 1991

     

The Debate Over Nuclear Power

Opinions on nuclear energy policy, in the US, Japan and France, are motivated by need, not fear. Also, Connecticut's gubernatorial race under the polling microscope, and a data essay on the public's critique of Congress.

Vol. 2, No. 2, January/February 1991

     

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