Public Opinion and Personal Perspectives

The transcript discusses the influence of public opinion on political decisions, particularly focusing on the sentiment that Boris Johnson should resign. It questions the intensity of this opinion and whether it will significantly impact voting behavior, suggesting that people might express stronger opinions in polls than they actually hold.

What does the speaker believe about the impact of stories?

• They are irrelevant.

• They have no impact.

• They cut quite hard.

• They are always positive.

What percentage of people think Boris should resign, according to the speaker?

• 80%

• 60%

• 50%

• 30%

What is the speaker's personal stance on the 60% who think Boris should resign?

• Fully convinced

• Skeptical

• Indifferent

• Supportive

What does the speaker question about the intensity of opinions?

• If they are genuine

• If they will affect votes

• If they are too strong

• If they are too weak

What does the speaker think is a more exciting answer to give an opinion pollster?

• An opinion

• A shrug

• No

• Don't know