In Arizona, there is currently a bill on the table that states that business owners can use their personal beliefs to deny gays from their service. Apple, currently one of the biggest companies in the U.S., has stepped in by stating that they think Governor Jan Brewer should veto this bill. This is very important because with such a big company acting somewhat like an interest group in this situation, it will have a HUGE impact on public opinion on the topic and will have a major impact on the outcome of this bill. I know this article is somewhat short, but I really wanted to talk about this one over other ones because I felt like it connected more to what we are currently learning (impact of interest groups on public opinion...etc.). Overall, I feel that situation gives a real life example of how important companies and political organizations and interest groups can be in the political process and on public opinion, which is extremely related to the topics of this unit currently.
This situation is a very complex one to say the least. CVS pharmacies have recently banned tobacco products from their sales, which, according to President Obama, "will have a profoundly positive impact on the health of our country." Although this seems to be the case, one thing that is forgotten is the infringement of the freedom of the American people. Smoking is not "illegal"; therefore, according to smokers, CVS should not have banned them from their stores. Controversy has already begun on this issue; however, I agree with President Obama's stance because I personally dislike cigarettes due to their lack of a positive reason to exist other then an economy boost. This is the main part of this article that connects with our unit right now. I am glad this brave and powerful decision was made by such a prominent business because it shows that the health of the American people is more important than money or power, which has been hard to find lately. I completely agree with everything that has happened so far and I hope that the American people will agree with me that our health and well being is being protected and preserved through this act of courage.
The result of both of my quizzes was in favor of the republican party. before beginning this quiz, i made an educational guess that i would agree with most republicans. i did not realize i was similar to virgil goode because of his lack of popularity. This POLITICAL IDEOLOGy somewhat reflects that of my parents. |