The majority of Americans believe that BP (67%) and the U.S. federal government (56%) have been untruthful in regard to the oil spill and clean up efforts in the Gulf, reports Zogby. Only 17% think that BP’s response to the spill has been good, and 27% say the same of the federal government’s response.
Americans’ attitudes in August 2010 were somewhat less severe compared to May 2010. Fewer believe the spill will cause long-term environmental and economic damage (52% in August vs. 58% in May), and more believe the potential damaged caused by the spill is being exaggerated (15% vs. 11%).
Although most believe that the spill will cause long-term damage, as of August, 55% say offshore drilling is still safe, reliable, and cost efficient, down slightly from May when 57% said so.
Source: “Majority Don’t Believe Government Or BP On Oil Spill,” Zogby, Stephanie DeVries, Managing Editor, 901 Broad St., Utica, NY 13501; 315-624-0200, x273; steph@zogby.com; www.zogby.com. Price: Call for information.
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