Friday, November 27, 2009

Opinion

Majority of Americans Favor a Military Strike on North Korea

Posted April 8, 2009
  • 57: Percentage of U.S. voters who "favor a military response to eliminate North Korea's missile launching capability"
  • 66: Percentage of Republicans who agree
  • 52: Percentage of Democrats who agree
  • 57: Percentage of men who agree
  • 57: Percentage of women who agree
  • 15: Percentage of U.S. voters who oppose a military response
  • 64: Percentage of Republicans who consider North Korea "an enemy of the United States"
  • 28: Percentage of Democrats who share this view

Read more Data Points

Sources: Rasmussen

Reader Comments

1%

If you're not going to volunteer for the military then you have no say in whether we should send our troops anywhere, let alone North Korea. The poll is not accurate because I'm sure those numbers would drop when we enact the draft. The majority of Americans also wanted to invade Iraq but when things got tough everyone wants to run away. Don't run your mouths if your not willing to make the ultimate sacrifice.

The 1%

If you're not going to volunteer for the military then you have no say in whether we should send our troops anywhere, let alone North Korea. The poll is not accurate because I'm sure those numbers would drop when we enact the draft. The majority of Americans also wanted to invade Iraq but when things got tough everyone wants to run away. Don't run your mouths if your not willing to make the ultimate sacrifice.

North Korea nuclear test

In light of the recent news that north korea has tested a 5-15 kiloton nuclear weapon, I think military strikes on their facilities is becoming an increasingly necessary option. It worked for Israel in 81. You cant keep negotiating with a regime that breaks every deal brokered. We need to send a message.

Add your thoughts

Your comment will be posted immediately, unless it is spam or contains profanity. For more information, please see our Comments FAQ.

advertisement

Crossword Puzzle

Do You Like Crosswords?

We've added a new feature to our weekly digital magazine: an exclusive crossword puzzle!

advertisement

Cartoon Gallery

Editorial Cartoon

Political Cartoons

Check out our most recent cartoons.

Mary Kate Cary

Mary Kate Cary

The GOP Should Reach Out to Women

The male-dominated party just doesn't understand what women want.

Mort Zuckerman

Mort Zuckerman

The Financial System Needs a Careful Cure

Let the Federal Reserve oversee new regulations for finance giants.

Palin Cartoon Gallery

Editorial Cartoon on Sarah Palin

We've assembled some of the best editorial cartoons on Sarah Palin. Check them out.

Thomas Jefferson St.

Thank You, Bob Dylan

He’s still touring around America like a rolling stone.

GOP Can Be Thankful for Strong Polls

But they cannot get complacent.

5 Reasons for a Democratic Thanksgiving

Michael Steele and healthcare reform top the list.

Women Have Say on Health Reform

If it's the year of the women, why are there so few of them?

Turkey Tax

Uncle Sam is joining in on your Thanksgiving dinner.

Ideological Labels Just Don't Fit

Hard-liners don't understand that some of us don't toe an ideological line.

A Decade in Biased Review

How well does the video sum up the last decade?

Your Photos

President Barack Obama speaks about combat troop level reductions in Iraq as he addresses military personnel at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.

Obama in Your Town

Has the president visited your town? Send your photos to obamaphotos@usnews.com, and we'll post our favorites online.

Courtesy Greg Meinert

Thousands cheer as Obama becomes the 44th president.

Your Inauguration Photos

Thanks for sending us such great shots from this historic event.


A baby kissing an Obama poster for Washington Whispers.

Your Campaign Photos

We asked to see your personal election pictures and you delivered.

Public Opinion

Should the GOP Have a Litmus Test?

Should the RNC exclude politicians who don't match the party's platform?

advertisement

Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of our Terms and Conditions of Use and Privacy Policy.
Make USNews.com your home page.