History Shows Attack on Americans in Libya Could Spur Rally Effect

Most domestic and international events, no matter how tragic, are subject to being swept up in the maw of the heated, no-holds-barred presidential campaign we are in now. Both campaigns’ war rooms are constantly adjusting and readjusting their positionings, reactions, public statements, and actions relating to almost anything that becomes an issue in the news.

The killing of four American diplomats, including U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens, in Libya late Tuesday, is no exception. [cont.]

Frank Newport, Gallup