Concern over basic human rights if banned; concern about impacted social life; relief that pressure to drink would be lessened; concern that drinking would merely go underground and possibly become more dangerous; anger that a “right” has been restricted; resentment at being forbidden from doing something pleasurable.

Fear of terrorist hijackings; concern over possible invasion of privacy; anger over failure of past security measures.

Relief that unwanted pregnancies can be prevented; fear that easy access will lead to promiscuity; anger that the burden lies primarily with women.

Anger that taxes will be raised; relief that everyone will have health insurance regardless of class; concern for the efficiency of a new system.

Concern for the health of athletes; anger that coaches and players want to win at any cost.