CNN Poll: 59% approve of sanctions against Russia

[RonPaulFanInGA]

http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2014/03/10/cnn-poll-59-approve-of-sanctions-against-russia/

http://cnnpoliticalticker.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/140310075746-cnn-orc-poll-ukraine-story-top1.png?w=300&h=168

[Zippyjuan]

"Which do you prefer" does not necessarily mean you favor sanctions in general. It was the most moderate option offered in the poll so no surprise it wins out. Sanctions give the feeling of offering punishment for something but usually have little effect. (How long have we had sanctions on Cuba or North Korea and what effect has it had on their actions?- though some argue that sanctions have been having an effect on Iran).

[Hyperion]

Our citizens are so dumb. Do they not understand the potential consequences if Russia and China dump US treasuries?

[Zippyjuan]

Our citizens are so dumb. Do they not understand the potential consequences if Russia and China dump US treasuries?

Russia has very few (about $130 billion worth or three months of Fed purchases) and there is no suggestion that China might.

[Wolfgang Bohringer]

Go Rand Go! He's catching on I tell you.


Paul spoke to Fox News’ Greta van Susteren at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), where he delivered a speech on Friday. “What will you do about Putin and Ukraine?” the reporter asked the prospective 2016 presidential candidate.

Often criticized by right-wing hawks for his push to limit American involvement overseas Paul’s response indicated a willingness to articulate clear consequences to aggression without resorting to military confrontation. “We have to tell him that his behavior is unacceptable. He needs to be isolated,” the senator said. “And if he’s going to act like a rogue nation, he will be isolated.

[ZENemy]

I like how statist polls always show the majority plus just a little bit as to not arouse suspicion of its farce.

[DamianTV]

Sanctions Against Russia Will 'Boomerang' On US - Lavrov
http://rt.com/news/sanctions-us-russia-boomerang-578/

(could be its own thread, but seemed to be specifically related to this thread...)

[Original_Intent]

"Which do you prefer" does not necessarily mean you favor sanctions in general. It was the most moderate option offered in the poll so no surprise it wins out. Sanctions give the feeling of offering punishment for something but usually have little effect. (How long have we had sanctions on Cuba or North Korea and what effect has it had on their actions?- though some argue that sanctions have been having an effect on Iran).

As you can see, the total of the options is much greater than 100%, so it is clear that respondents were not merely given a list of options and asked for a preference. Much more likely they were given a list and asked "Yes or No, do you support this action?" That would fit the responses.

[Zippyjuan]

Sanctions Against Russia Will 'Boomerang' On US - Lavrov
http://rt.com/news/sanctions-us-russia-boomerang-578/

(could be its own thread, but seemed to be specifically related to this thread...)

Reminder that RT is Russian state run media outlet. Their equivelent to our Voice of America.

[RonPaulFanInGA]

Reminder that RT is Russian state run media outlet.

It's pro-Russia propaganda, yes. Over here, all we get is pro-NATO/EU/US position propaganda.

The best example are Russia Today and the BBC’s YouTube channels. On the former are videos such as: ‘Neo-Nazis March Against Yushchenko’ and ‘Rioters Attack Police’. The latter has: ‘Ukrainian Uses Piano as Weapon of Protest’, ‘Protesters Offer Riot Police Cupcakes’ and ‘Snipers Target Peaceful Demonstrators’.

[Wooden Indian]

http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2014/03/10/cnn-poll-59-approve-of-sanctions-against-russia/

http://cnnpoliticalticker.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/140310075746-cnn-orc-poll-ukraine-story-top1.png?w=300&h=168

Where's the "The U.S. shouldn't do a damn thing" option?

This poll is about the same as-

Which of these options do you want-
A kick to the jimmies.
A broken nose.
A stolen wallet.
A broken arm.

News story reads: 59% of the American People want a broken nose.

[UtahApocalypse]

59% of Americans need to be executed for treason

[Acala]

Every foreign policy poll should include the option: "Lead by setting a good example."

[pcosmar]

Reminder that RT is Russian state run media outlet. Their equivelent to our Voice of America.

I'm sure that no one here realizes that RUSSIA TODAY (RT) is a Russian news service.

Thanks for the heads up Zippy. :rolleyes:

http://kaizenfieldbook.com/marksblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/so-what-pic.jpg

[pcosmar]

Breaking News

Most Americans are Idiots.

They elected Obama.
Twice.

(The rest of the voters Voted For McCain and Romney) (How dumb is that)

The good news is,, that a bunch of them didn't vote for either. (There is a small hope)

[Kotin]

and how many of those on either side understand what sanctions even are and what they actually do I wonder?

[pcosmar]

and how many of those on either side understand what sanctions even are and what they actually do I wonder?

Ron called it an "Act of War".
I would call it economic terrorism.

[DamianTV]

Reminder that RT is Russian state run media outlet. Their equivelent to our Voice of America.

Source was heavily considered as biased.

[phill4paul]

Let's become isolationist and just sanction everybody.