2006-07-26 16:07:14 · 7 answers · asked by lowonbrain 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
What pessimism you ask? Here are some examples (according to the latest NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll):
~2/3 of the population don't believe life for their children's generation will be better than it has been for them.
~60% are doubtful the Iraq war will come to a successful conclusion.
2006-07-26 18:20:14 · update #1
And here is more pessimism for you: Among those who believe the nation is headed on the wrong track, more than 80 percent say it's part of a longer-term decline.
2006-07-26 18:21:46 · update #2
53% believe that the current conflict between Israel and Hezbollah will likely lead to a major Middle East war involving other countries. Just 34 percent think a major war is unlikely.
Pretty depressing numbers anyway you look at them.
2006-07-26 18:22:55 · update #3
Just partly?
The Bush Administration has divided the country by the invasion
of Iraq and it's refusal to accept the reality of global warming.
It's hard not to be pessimistic when governed by morons.
2006-07-26 16:13:42 · answer #1 · answered by Alion 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No way, its pessimism thats the problem. Its the attitude that the government is responsible for everything, and if I mess up, welfare is always an option...Its this idea that why should I sacrifice anything for anyone or any cause. Too many complainers not enough do-ers
2006-07-26 23:12:50 · answer #2 · answered by admyr75 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who says Pessimism is rising??
There are at least two wars going on right now and two rougue natins threatening the world with Nukes. I would say we have reason to be Pessimistic. People may be worried, but I think overall Americans are doing just fine.
2006-07-26 23:11:22 · answer #3 · answered by billyandgaby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL....this is an original! LOL.........I can't believe someone has thought of yet a new way to not take responsibility! LOL.....
Frankly, I'm quite optimistic........So no, I can't blame the Government. Only I am responsible for me.
2006-07-26 23:11:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no. society is not run by government.
the only thing worse than government making me [essimistic would be them trying to cure my pessimism.
2006-07-26 23:11:03 · answer #5 · answered by david waterstreet 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I usually just blame rap music for everything.
2006-07-26 23:10:35 · answer #6 · answered by honk2goose 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think they can take all the blame!!!!!!!!!!!!1111
2006-07-26 23:16:48 · answer #7 · answered by Elwood 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋