Views are the opinions, beliefs, or perspectives that individuals hold on a particular issue. In the context of this question, views refer to the differing opinions expressed by citizens in polls and those held by elected officials.
Related terms
Political Ideology: A set of beliefs or values that shape an individual's political views and guide their decision-making.
Partisanship: The strong support for a particular political party or ideology.
Public Opinion Polls: Surveys conducted to measure public opinion on various topics or issues by sampling a representative group of people.