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his 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 1999 Edition: President Clinton-Job Approval - Congress-Job Approval - Prejudice in Politics - Hillary Rodham Clinton - Al Gore vs. George Bush - Microsoft Anti-Trust Trial - the Economy - Defense Spending - Death Penalty - Immigration - Investors and Social Security - Physician-Assisted Suicide - Teen Violence - Abortion - Cuba - Gun Ownership - the Environment - Gasoline Prices - Gambling in America - Weight and Body Image - Labor Unions - Flag Burning - Movie Content - John F. Kennedy, Jr. - Most-Admired Persons - Medicare - Hate Crimes

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The Gallup Poll has universal browsing appeal, besides being an excellent reference tool. Strongly recommended. Library Journal

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