Who stated that the effectiveness of a democratic government relies on how sound, well-formed, and influential public opinion is in guiding government decisions and policies?

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Published: 15 Jun 2022
Last updated: 28 May 2026

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Explanation

The quote emphasizes that democratic governance thrives when public opinion is robust, thoughtfully developed, and actively shapes government actions. This perspective was articulated by Gettell.

Practice related questions from the same subject.

1.Who described public opinion as the collective views held by individuals on issues that impact or concern the community?
2.George Horace Gallup, the creator of the Gallup Poll technique, originated from which country?
3.In which nation are opinion polls widely conducted to gauge public views on contemporary matters?
4.In a democratic system, public opinion holds significant value. Democracy is truly effective only when public opinion is strong and influential. Which of the following best defines the concept of public opinion?
5.Who is credited with the statement, "Public opinion is generally understood as the collective views held by individuals on issues impacting or concerning the community"?
6.Which of the following is incorrectly identified as a channel of public opinion?
7.Which of the following is NOT an obstacle to the development of a well-informed public opinion?
8.How can the legislative body in a democracy shape and influence public opinion?

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Who stated that the effectiveness of a democratic government relies on how sound, well-formed, and influential public opinion is in guiding government decisions and policies?

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