"Based on a notorious case of political coercion in the 1930s, when fear of Communism led to the scapegoating of foreigners and union activists, this novel uses court documents and newspaper reports to tell the story of the Gallup 14 through the eyes of lawyer Billy Wade and his schoolteacher girlfriend, Mary Ann Shaughnessy. Mass arrests, lineups, and brutal political pressure from local authorities form the backdrop to this powerful story of racism, exploitation, labor politics, and the legal system that is charged with meting out justice."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

The Gallup Poll Annual Series makes available every significant public opinion poll conducted by the Gallup Organization, arranged chronologically by year. Every volume has a full name and subject index to simplify accessing data on particular topics. Standing orders may begin with any volume and may be canceled at any time.

This work is the only complete compilation of polls taken by the Gallup Organization, the world's most reliable and widely quoted research firm, in calendar year 2016. It is an invaluable tool for ascertaining the pulse of American public opinion as it evolves over the course of a given year, and—over time—documents changing public perceptions of crucial political, economic, and societal issues. It is a necessity for any social science research.

As the only complete compilation of polls taken by the Gallup Organization, The Gallup Poll is an invaluable tool for ascertaining the pulse of American public opinion throughout the year and for documenting changing perceptions over time of crucial core issues.

The Gallup Poll Annual Series makes available every significant public opinion poll conducted by the Gallup Organization, arranged chronologically by year. Every volume has a full name and subject index to simplify accessing data on particular topics. Standing orders may begin with any volume and may be canceled at any time.

This work is the only complete compilation of polls taken by the Gallup Organization, the world's most reliable and widely quoted research firm. An invaluable tool for ascertaining the pulse of American public opinion in a certain year, as well as for documenting changing perceptions over time of crucial core issues (such as women's rights, health care). It is necessary for all social science research. More than just a collection of polls, each title in this series offers in-depth commentary and analysis, placing current topics in a readable, historical context. Survey results are given in a easy-to-use form. Breakdowns by sex, age, race, level of education, and other factors enable the reader to grasp major issues quickly. Topics in 1998 Edition Monica Lewinsky and Bill Clinton; President Clinton and the Impeachment Hearings; The Starr Report; Microsof Corporation; Viagra; President Clinton and the Starr Investigation; Y2K Computer Bug; Confidence in President Clinton or Repulbicans in Congress; "Seinfeld"; President Clinton/Congress Satisfactgion Index; U.S. Space Program; Crime; Most Admired Person; Personal Satisfaction Levels; Economic Conditions/the Stock Market; Congressional Elections; Paula Jones; Trust in the News Media; Bilingual Education; Federal Budget and Government Spending; Presidental Extramartial Affairs; The Super Bowl; Northern Ireland; The Iraq Situation; Race Relations

This update of a lively, first-of-its-kind study of polling misfires and fiascoes in U.S. presidential campaigns takes up pollsters’ failure over the decades to offer accurate assessments of the most important of American elections. Lost in a Gallup tells the story of polling flops and failures in presidential elections since 1936. Polls do go bad, as outcomes in 2020, 2016, 2012, 2004, and 2000 all remind us. This updated edition includes a new chapter and conclusion that address the 2020 polling surprise and considers whether polls will get it right in 2024. As author W. Joseph Campbell discusses, polling misfires in presidential elections are not all alike. Pollsters have anticipated tight elections when landslides have occurred. They have pointed to the wrong winner in closer elections. Misleading state polls have thrown off expected national outcomes. Polling failure also can lead to media error. Journalists covering presidential races invariably take their lead from polls. When polls go bad, media narratives can be off-target as well. Lost in a Gallup encourages readers to treat election polls with healthy skepticism, recognizing that they could be wrong.