Exploring the public opinion that was present in the United States during the Vietnam War era. In American history, the Vietnam War is truly one of the darkest memories for Americans. It was an event that was filled with controversy, since so many people disagreed on whether the war was the right move for America at the time. The topic of discussion today is going to be about how the American people’s opinion on the Vietnam War was shaped due to the way the media covered the events occurring.