The number of self-described hawks typically ranges between 44 % and 45 % , with the number of hawks slightly higher , and in recent years , hovering around the 50 % mark . A new CNN poll indicates half of Americans self-identify as foreign policy doves . Slightly less , 45 % , describe themselves as hawks . Comment: Obama has ordered airstrikes in seven countries .
A new CNN poll indicates half of Americans self-identify as foreign policy doves . Slightly less , 45 % , describe themselves as hawks . Comment: Obama has ordered airstrikes in seven countries .