Which of the following best explains how foreign policy makers view international public opinion?

a. Foreign policy makers are concerned with international public opinion because many of these global citizens have interests in U.S. economic markets.
b. Foreign policy makers are unconcerned with international public opinion because they are only responsible to the American electorate.
c. Foreign policy makers are unconcerned with international public opinion because the Almond–Lippmann consensus identifies how there will always be a level of anti-American sentiment as long as the United States remains a hegemonic power.
d. Foreign policy makers are concerned with international public opinion because unfavorable perceptions of the United States can lead to pushback against its policies.

d. Foreign policy makers are concerned with international public opinion because unfavorable perceptions of the United States can lead to pushback against its policies.