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In reply to the discussion: The disconnect by Americans re violence in Syria is sickening. [View all]bornskeptic
(1,330 posts)Q8 It has been reported that the Syrian government has used chemical weapons on its citizens. Do you think
the United States should take military action against the Syrian government in response to the use of
chemical weapons or not?
Yes, should take military action .................. 42
No, should not take military action .............. 50
Not sure .................................................... 8
Q8X Now, more specifically, if U.S. military action in Syria were limited to air strikes using cruise missiles
launched from U.S. naval ships that were meant to destroy military units and infrastructure that have been
used to carry out chemical attacks would you support or oppose this U.S. military action in Syria?*
Support ................................................................. 50
Oppose ................................................................. 44
Not sure .............................................................. 6
* Data reflects responses among 291 adults interviewed on 8/29
http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/i//MSNBC/Sections/A_Politics/_Today_Stories_Teases/13336_NBC_Syria_Poll.pdf
The poll people are quoting that put support at 9% just asked respondents if they supported US intervention in Syria. Most people are going to be reluctant to answer yes to a question like that unless they support any type of intervention, including a ground invasion. Most people who support airstrikes are going to answer that they are undecided, or perhaps opposed.