This week's video focuses largely on how aggregate public opinion affects policy decisions in the United States. First, identify and explain the three aspects of opinions and how each aspect affects (or doesn't affect) government decision-making. Then, examine the three data displays below which show Gallup polling data on global climate change as a policy issue. Consider and explain how the three aspects of opinion discussed by Patterson are shown in each of these data displays. Based on your understanding of this public opinion data, make an argument about whether or not the data shows an environment in which policymakers would be amenable to enacting legislation aimed at curbing the effects of climate change. Defend your position