This volume presents a comprehensive record of public opinion as captured by the Gallup Organization in 1982. It details the methodologies and findings of significant polls conducted throughout the year, offering a snapshot of the prevailing sentiments and concerns of the American populace. The book serves as a primary source for understanding the socio-political landscape of the early 1980s through the lens of public perception.

This volume is part of a series that makes available every significant public opinion poll conducted by the Gallup Organization, arranged chronologically by year. Each volume is designed to be a comprehensive reference tool, featuring full name and subject indexes to facilitate access to data on particular topics. The series allows for standing orders to begin with any volume and can be canceled at any time, indicating a commitment to ongoing accessibility for researchers and interested parties.