Poll results

Recent results to our daily poll question

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - We asked and you responded.

“How long have you been a WABI viewer?”

We had 3,095 responses. 5% said I’ve been watching for 70 years, 45% said watching for more than 40 years, 30 said watching for more than 20 years, while 20% said less than 20 years.

“Should Congress pass an assault weapons and high capacity magazine ban?”

We had 5,401 responses. 28% said yes, while 72% said no.

“Do you think all states should enact a Death with Dignity law?”

We had 2,926 responses. 73% said yes, while 27% said no.

“Should Maine’s law be amended to allow abortions after the point of fetal viability, for medical reasons?”

We had 4,116 responses. 61% said yes, while, 39% said no.

“Should Congress raise the debt ceiling?”

We had 2,803 responses. 30% said yes, while 70% said no.

“Should DHHS and the Office of Child and Family Services be separated?”

We had 2,264 responses. 80% said yes, while 20% said no.

“Do you buy local eggs?”

We had 2,228 responses. 28% said yes, I always have, 9% said yes, I started when prices jumped, while 63% said no.

Do you think school districts should implement 4-day workweek to help retain teachers?

We had 3,283 responses. 23% said yes, 46% said no, while 31% said I don’t think that would help.

Would you rather have rain or snow right now?

We had 4,544 responses. 50% said snow, while 50% said rain.

Do you agree with the Pentagon dropping vaccine mandates for troops?

We had 2,973 responses. 74% said yes, while 26% said no.

Should there be a formal investigation into classified documents found at Pres. Biden’s former office?

We had 3,108 responses. 81% said yes, while 19% said no.

Do you support the Heating Assistance bill signed by Gov. Mills?

We had 2,912 responses. 51% said yes, while 49% said no.

When do you take down your Christmas tree?

We had 3,096 responses. 24% said the day after Christmas, 30% said the week between Christmas and the New Year, 38% said the first or second week in January, while 8% said the third or fourth week in January.

What is your primary heat source?

We had 3,248 responses. 49% said oil, 12% said heat pump, 17% said wood, while 22% said other?

Do you believe abortion pills should be available at retail pharmacies?

We had 2,594 responses. 42% said yes, 44% said no, while 17% said it doesn’t matter to me

Should the NFL have stronger safety protocols for the players?

We had 2,301 responses. 36% said yes, 14% said no, 50% said I think they are adequate.

Are you satisfied with the minimum wage increase from $12.75 to $13.80?

We had 2,043 responses. 69% said yes, it’s fair , while 31% said no, it’s still too low.

Are you making a resolution for 2023?

We had 3,126 responses. 20% said yes, while 80% said no.

How are you ringing in 2023?

We had 2,668 responses. 5% said going out, 25% said celebrating at home, 62% said I will be sleeping when the clock strikes midnight, while 8% said other.

“Do you agree with the Supreme Court keeping Title 42 in place for now?”

Do you agree with the Supreme Court keeping Title 42 in place for now?

Do you celebrate Kwanzaa?

We had 2,467 responses. 1% said yes, 83% said no, while 16% said I’m not aware of Kwanzaa.

Did you lose electricity this weekend?

We had 2,702 responses. 50% said yes, my power is back on, 4% said yes, my power is still not back on

while 46% said no.

“Do you own a generator?”

We had 4,200 responses. 66% said yes, while 34% said no.

Is the upcoming Grinch storm impacting your holiday travel plans?

We had responses. 7% said yes, 83% said no, while 10% said somewhat.

How do you feel about the indefinite closure of Half Acre Nightclub in Bangor?

We had 3,000 responses. 19% said happy, 4% said sad, while 77% said I don’t care.

Should President Trump be barred from running for the White House in 2024?

We had 4,654 responses. 55% said yes, while 45% said no.

Are you traveling for the holidays?

We had 2,771 responses. 14% said yes, in-state, 5% said yes, out-of-state, 1% said yes, out-of-country, while 80% said no.

“How concerned are you about heating prices this winter?”

72% of voters said extremely concerned, 21% said somewhat concerned, 7% said not concerned, and 1% said other.

“Should city mayors/chairpersons be elected or appointed?”

We had 2,583 responses. 9% said appointed, 89% said elected, 2% said other.

“What is your favorite kind of pickle?”

We had 2,503 responses. 44% said dill, 42% said bread and butter, 5% said sour and 9% said other.

“Should Donald Trump run again for President?”

We had 4,970 responses. 29% said yes and 71% said no.

“How do you feel about the results of Tuesday’s election?”

We had 4,680 responses. 25% said very pleased, 11% said somewhat pleased, 59% said disappointed, while 5% said indifferent.

“Are you voting in the Midterm Elections?”

We had 4,249 responses. 64% said yes, in-person Tuesday, 18% said yes, by absentee ballot, 10% yes, by early voting, while 8% said no.

“Who should be Maine’s next 2nd Congressional District Congressman?”

We had 3,832 responses. 37% said Jared Golden, 51% said Bruce Poliquin, 2% said Tiffany Bond, while 10% said None of the Above.

“Who should be the next governor of Maine?”

We had 6,406 responses. 30% said Janet Mills, 63% said Paul LePage, 1% said Sam Hunkler, while 6% said None of the Above.

“Should more companies consider a 3-day, 42-hour workweek?”

We had 2,546 responses. 34% said yes, while 66% said no.

“Should Maine require companies to include salary ranges in job postings?”

We had 2,494 responses. 68% said yes, while 32% said no.

“Should race be a consideration in college admissions?”

We had 2,873 responses. 7% said yes, while 93% said no.

“Who do you think will win the World Series?”

We had 1,412 responses. 46% said Houston Astros, while 54% said Philadelphia Phillies.

“Should 16-year olds be allowed to vote in local elections?”

We had 4,137 responses. 5% said yes, while 95% said no.

“Are you going to buy a Powerball ticket for Saturday’s drawing?”

We had 2,147 responses. 47% said yes, while, 53% said no.

“Did you carve a pumpkin this season?”

We had 2,330 responses. 10% said yes, 10% said I plan to, while 80% said no.

Should Brittney Griner’s conviction be overturned in Russia?

We had 2,630 responses. 30% said yes, while 70% said no.

“Are you more concerned about contracting COVID or the flu?”

We had 2,888 responses. 13% said COVID-19, 6% said the flu, 23% said both, while 58% said neither.

“Did you go apple picking this season?”

We had 2,250 responses. 27% said yes, while 73% said no 73%.

“Should more large businesses in Maine build on site child care facilities?”

We had 2,265 responses. 70% said yes, while 30% said no.

“Do you have flood insurance?”

We had 2,218 responses. 5% said yes, while 95% said no.

“Are you planning on getting a flu shot this year?”

We had 2,755 responses. 57% said yes, while 43% said no.

“What sentence do you think is appropriate for Nikolas Cruz?”

We had 3,152 responses. 20% said life in prison, 77% said death penalty, while

3% said other.

“Are you concerned about Russia using nuclear weapons?”

We had 2,488 responses. 68% said yes, while 32% said no.

“How are you voting in this year’s election?”

We had 2,500 responses. 20% said absentee, 7% said early voting, 65% said on November 8th, while 8% said I am not voting in this year’s election.

“Would you wait more than 5 minutes for a Drive-Thru?”

We had 1,918 responses. 59% said yes, while, 41% said no.

“Should marijuana be considered a Schedule I narcotic?”

We had 3,346 responses. 34% said yes, while 66% said no.

“Have you changed your grocery shopping habits due to a spike in prices?”

We had 2,618 responses. 71% said yes, while 29% said no.

“Do you consider Maine a safe state to live in?”

We had 2,643 responses. 91% said yes, while 9% said no.

“Do you prefer hard or soft shell tacos?”

We had 2,459 responses. 23% said hard shell, 42% said soft shell, 25% said I like both equally, while 10% said I don’t like tacos.

“Do you support the new Respite for ME program from Governor Mills?”

We had 2,094 responses. 19% said yes, 33% said no, while 48% said I don’t know enough about it.

“How often do you dine out?”

We had 3,313 response. 6% said more than 3X a week, 23% said about once a week, 23% said a few times a month, while 48% said hardly ever.

“How many cups of coffee do you drink daily?”

We had 2,718 responses. 5% said more than 5, 26% said said between 3 and 5, 47% said said 2 or less, while 21% said I don’t drink coffee

“Do you support the election reform bill?”

We had 1,640 responses. 37% said yes, while 63% said no.

“Should Maine increase its moose hunting permits for the season?”

We had 2,228 responses. 34% said yes, while 66% said no.

“Do you believe tax dollars should pay for private religious schools in Maine?”

We had 2,894 responses. 40% said yes, while 60% said no.

“Do you agree with the year long suspension for Celtics Head Coach Ime Udoka?”

We had 2,108 responses. 53% said yes, while 47% said no.

“What is your favorite season?”

We had 2,712 responses. 58% said fall, 29% said summer, 4% said winter, while 10% said spring.

“Should adults be screened for anxiety during routine check ups?”

We had 2,375 responses. 49% said yes, while 51% said no.

“Do you think the COVID-19 pandemic is over?”

We had 2,827 responses. 53% said yes, while 47% said no.

“Are you suffering from any symptoms of long COVID?”

We had 2,427 responses. 12% said yes, 41% said no, while 47% said I’ve never had COVID-19.

“Do you plan to go apple picking this season?”

We had 2,928 responses. 40% said yes, while, 60% said no.

“Should there be a nationwide abortion ban?”

We had 3,013 responses. 30% said yes, while 70% said no.

“Should all Maine schools implement better diversity training for teachers?”

We had 2,609 responses. 34% said yes, while 66% said no.

“Should schools resort to a four-day week to combat teacher shortage?”

We had 2,781 responses. 32% said yes, while 68% said no.

“How concerned are you about PFAS contamination?”

We had 2,949 responses. 32% said very concerned, 39% said somewhat concerned, while

29% said not concerned at all.

“Should all states have their own vote for abortion rights?”

We had 2,360 responses. 76% said yes, while 24% said no.

“Should DHHS share the case files of the four Maine children who were killed last year?”

We had 1,872 responses. 75% said yes, while 25% said no.

“Are you getting a flu shot this year?”

We had 2,713 responses. 54% said yes, 31% said no, while 14% said I’ve never had one.

“Will you be getting the new COVID-19 booster?”

We had 2,513 responses. 36% said yes, while 64% said no.

“Should Maine invest in housing options for teachers?”

We had 3,313 responses. 25% said yes, while 75% said no.

“How often do you watch movies in a theater?”

We had 2,547 responses. 3% said at least once a month, 8% said at least every six months, 10% said at least once a year, while 79% said hardly ever.

“Should we use Celsius instead of Fahrenheit?”

We had 2,749 responses.13% said yes, while 87% said no.

“Should public schools display ‘In God We Trust’ signs?”

We had 2,861 responses. 71% said yes, while 29% said no

“Would you get a permanent tattoo of your dog?”

We had 3,181 responses. 18% said yes, while 82% said no.

“Do you agree with Pres. Biden’s federal student loan cancelation plan?”

We had 3,254 responses. 25% said yes, while 75% said no.

“Do you think elected officials are doing enough to reduce homelessness in our state?”

We had 2,185 responses. 30% said yes, while 70% said no.

“Should Bangor eliminate COVID-19 mask mandates now that vaccines are available?”

We had 2,603 responses. 79% said yes, while 21% said no.

“Should the U.S. be doing more to combat monkeypox?”

We had 2,212 responses. 38% said yes, while 62% said no.

Should police return to active duty before formal review in an investigation?

We had 2, 802 responses. 28% said yes, while 72% said no.

“Do you trust the CDC?”

We had 3,014 responses. 9% said yes, 100%, 19% said most of the time, 22% said some of the time, while 50% said never.

“Should teachers be required to have a bachelor’s degree?”

We had 2,626 responses? 67% said yes, while 33% said no.

“Would you volunteer to be part of the clinical trials for a Lyme disease vaccine?”

We had 2,358 responses. 22% yes, while 78% said no.

“Should the DOJ release the details of President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago search warrant?”

We had 2,574 responses. 85% said yes, while 15% said no.

“Do you agree with the new CDC COVID-19 guidelines?”

We had 2,906 responses. 45% said yes, 33% said no, too strict, while 22% said no, too loose.

“Should pharmacies be held responsible for the opioid crisis?”

We had 2,675 responses. 15% said yes, while 85% said no.

“Do you shop at farmers’ markets?”

We had 2,175 responses. 48% said yes, while 52% said no.

“Should the school week be shortened to four days?”

We had 2,862 responses. 24% said yes, while, 76% no.

“Do you support the Inflation Reduction Act?”

We had 2,917 responses. 22% said yes, 58% said no, while 20% said I’m not informed on it.

“Should the U.S. swap a Russian prisoner for Brittney Griner?”

We had 4,248 responses. 23% said yes, 77% said no.

“Do you have air conditioning in your residence?”

We had 2,729 responses. 77% said yes, while, 23% said no.

“Should an unborn child with a heartbeat be considered a tax dependent?”

We had 2,502 responses. 27% said yes, while 73% said no.

“How concerned are you about contracting monkeypox?”

We had 2,680 responses. 3% said very concerned, 22% said somewhat concerned, while 75% said

not concerned.

“Have you started back to school shopping?”

We had 1,630 responses. 13% said yes, while 87% said no.

Do you pick your own numbers when playing the lottery or go random?

We had 2,805 responses. 10% said choose my own, 46% said use Quick Pick, 41% said I don’t play the lottery, while 3% said other.

“Should flavored tobacco products be banned?”

We had 2,549 responses. 58% yes, while 42% said no.

“Do you agree with the Federal Reserve raising interest rates again?”

We had 2,267 responses. 41% said yes, while 59% said no.

”Will you buy a Mega Millions lottery ticket for tonight’s drawing?”

We had 2326 responses. 521 said yes; 468 said yes, more than one, and 1337 said no.

“Are you a fan of the heat and humidity?”

We had 2,959 responses. 270 said yes, bring on the heat; 414 said 80s and some humidity; 1,860 said 70s and low humidity; and 415 said when does winter begin?

“How do you plan to stay cool this weekend?”

We had 3,118 responses. 703 said head to a body of water; 110 said grab some ice cream; 1,796 said stay indoors; and 509 said other.

“Should the U.S. abolish the electoral college?”

We had 2,802 responses. 1,181 said yes and 1621 said no.

“What is your favorite hot dog condiment?”

We had 2,417 responses. 1,036 said mustard; 703 said ketchup; 330 said relish; and 348 said onion.

“Should we switch from Fahrenheit to Celsius?”

We had 3,107 responses. 359 said yes and 2,748 said no.

“Have you tested positive for COVID more than once?”

We had 3,044 responses. 133 said yes, twice; 57 said yes, more than twice; 783 said only once; and 2,071 said never tested positive.

Should digital literacy be part of early childhood education?

We had 2,862 responses. 1,614 said yes and 1,248 said no.

“Should women be allowed to travel to other states for an abortion?”

We had 2,816 responses. 2,280 said yes and 536 said no.

“Should birth control pills be available over the counter?”

We had 2,735 responses. 1,938 said yes and 797 said no.

”Should the contract for UMS Chancellor Malloy be extended for another year?”

We had 1,490 responses. 338 said yes while 1152 said no.

“Do you have an exercise schedule?”

We had 2,229 responses. 229 said yes, at least twice a week; 523 said yes, over 4 times per week; and 1427 said no.

“Are you still taking precaution against COVID-19?”

We had 3,891 responses. 15% said yes, social distance, 19% said yes, wearing a mask, while 66% said no.

“Are you impacted by the lack of access to child care?”

We had 1,795 responses. 9% said yes, while 91% said no.

“Are you having trouble finding a summer camp for your child?

We had 1,197 responses. 7% said yes, while 93% said no.

“Was your pet affected by fireworks from any Independence Day Celebrations?”

We had 2,050 responses. 33% said yes, while 67% said no.

“Are you attending a 4th of July parade?”

We had 1,897 responses. 15% said yes, while 85% said no.

“Are you changing your holiday plans because of rising costs?”

We had 3,394 responses. 39% said yes, while 61% said no.

“Would you rather have a whole year of summer or fall?”

We had 2,746 responses. 28% said summer, 48% said fall, while 23% said neither, I like the change.

“Do you believe trans women should be allowed to compete in female sport?”

We had 2,944 responses. 9% said yes, while 91% said no.

“Do you think the U.S. economy will go into recession?”

We had 3,532 responses. 89% said yes, while 11% said no.

“Should the Federal Reserve increase interest rates?”

We had 2,228 responses. 17% said yes, by half a percentage point, 28% said yes, by three-quarters of a percentage point, 10% said yes, by one quarter a percentage point, while 45% said no.

“Will you be voting in the Maine primary election today?”

We had 2,271 responses. 47% said yes, 48% said no, while 5% said they voted by mail.

“Do you still wear a face mask in public?”

We had 3,426 responses.12% said yes, all the time, 22% said yes, some of the time, while 66% said no.

“Should the U.S, have invited leaders from Cuba, Venezuela and Nicaragua to the Summit of the Americas?”

We had 2,483 responses. 43% said yes, while 57% said no.

“Are you changing any summer plans because of gas prices?”

We had 2,580 responses. 54% said yes, while 46% said no.

Should U.S. employers try a 4-day workweek?

We had 2,824 responses. 64% said yes, while 36% said no.

“Do you believe the U.S. economy will go into a recession?”

We had 2,912 responses. 88% said yes, while 12 said no.

“What is your favorite kind of donut?”

We had 2,954 responses. 22% said chocolate, 20% said bismark, 13% said frosted, while 45% said other.

“What are you blaming for the high gas prices?”

We had 3,910 responses. 9% said Russian War, 65% said President Biden, 22% said oil companies, while 4% said other.

“Should the U.S. enact similar gun control measures as Canada?”

We had 3,545 responses. 27% said yes, while 73% said no.

“Do you approve of President Biden’s job performance?”

We had 4,986 responses. 17% said yes, while 83% said no.

“Will the Celtics win the NBA Championship?”

We had 1,263 responses. 60% said yes, while 40 said no.

“Are you traveling for Memorial Day Weekend?”

We had responses 3.513. 11% said yes, out of town; 3$ said yes, out of state; 1% said yes, out of county; and 85% said no.

“Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?”

We had 3,496 responses. 71% said yes, while 29% said no.

“Should U.S. Congress enact a yellow flag law?”

We had 1,701 responses. 47% said yes, while 53% said no.

“Are you concerned about the spread of Monkeypox?”

We had 2,559 responses. 20% said yes, while 80% said no.

“Have you seen any evidence of climate change?”

We had 2,561 responses. 44% said yes, 38% said no, while 18% said It’s difficult to tell.

“Did you adopt a rescue dog?”

We had 3,081 responses. 36% said yes, 26% said no, while 38% said I don’t have a dog.

“Do you support the U.S. Soccer Federation paying men’s and women’s soccer teams equally?”

We had 2,340 responses. 75% said yes, while 25% said no.

“Have you experienced browntail moth invasions on your property?”

We had 2,031 responses. 31% said yes, while 69% said no

“Have you or someone you know been impacted by the baby formula shortage?”

We had 2,179 responses. 21% said yes, while 79% said no.

“Should the federal government do more to combat domestic terrorism?”

We had 2,079 responses. 71% said yes, while 29% said no.

“How many social media apps do you actively use?”

We had 2,514 responses. 1% said more than 6, 8% said between 3 and 6, 53% said less than 3, while 38% said none.

“Should the U.S. Senate pass the Women’s Health Protection Act?”

We had 2,325 responses. 49% said yes, while 51% said no.

“If COVID restrictions return, will that affect your travel plans for this summer?”

We had 2,445 responses. 18% said yes, while 82% said no.

“Should all schools in Maine return to universal masking?”

We had 2,958 responses. 32% said yes, while 68% said no.

“Are you a motorcycle rider?”

We had 3,131 responses. 23% said yes, while 77% said no.

“Should Maine’s Sunday hunting ban be lifted?”

We had 3,161 responses. 32% said yes, while 68% said no.

“Should masks be optional or mandatory on public transportation?”

We had 2,972 responses. 70% said optional, while 30% said mandatory.

“Should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn Roe v. Wade?”

We had 3,134 responses. 39% said yes, while 61% said no.

“Will you attend the Anah Shrine Circus in Bangor?”

We had 3,227 responses. 6% said yes, while 94% said no.

“Should Maine switch to semi-open primaries?”

We had 2,212 responses. 20% said yes, 36% said no, 44% said I don’t understand it.

“Do you think Twitter will improve under Elon Musk’s ownership?”

We had 2,748 responses. 60% said yes, while 40& said said no.

“Should coaches be allowed to pray with students?”

We had 2,928 responses. 82% said yes, while 18% said no.

“Should the U.S. invest more in nuclear power?”

We had 2,396 responses. 64% said yes, while 36% said no.

“Do you agree with Maine students getting free in-state Community College tuition?”

We had 3,981 responses. 47% said yes, while 53% said no.

“Do you think the federal mask mandates should be reinstated?”

We had 2,749 responses. 29% said yes, while 79% said no.

“Should Maine overhaul its Good Samaritan law?”

We had 1,495 responses. 47% said yes, while 53% said no.

“Do you agree with mask mandates being lifted for public transportation?”

We had 2,874 responses. 65% said yes, while 35% said no.

“Will you take the bus this week?”

We had 2,048 responses. 2% said yes, while 98% said no.

“Should COVID pooled testing continue until the end of the school year?”

We had 2,488 responses. 40% said yes, while 60% said no.

“Should out-of-state trash be banned from state-owned landfills?”

We had 2,754 responses. 95% said yes, while 5% said no.

“Should the federal public transportation mask mandate be extended?”

We had 2,706 responses. 35% said yes, while 65% said no.

“Should “ghost guns” be federally regulated?”

We had 2,262 responses. 52% said yes, while 48% said no.

“How far do you think the Red Sox will make it this year?”

We had 1,784 responses. 49% said Wild Card, 7% said ALDS, 8% said ALCS, while 36% said World Series.

“Will you get a second COVID booster shots?”

We had 2,820 responses. 40% said yes, 35% said no, 18% said I’m not vaccinated, while 4% said not eligible.

“Should females be allowed to play on male sports teams?”

We had 3,673 responses. 32% said yes, while 68% said no.

“Do you agree with the NFL’s new diversity coaching requirement?”

We had 2,060 responses. 19% said yes, while 81% said no.

“Should we get rid of mask mandates on public transportation?”

We had 2,919 responses. 66% said yes, while 34% said no.

“Should Will Smith’s Academy Award be revoked in light of his actions at the Oscars? "

We had 3,040 responses. 41% said yes, while 59% said no.

“Has your rent gone up in the past year?”

We had 2,517 responses. 16% said yes, 8% said no, while 67% said they don’t rent.

“Should the Senate confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court?”

We had 5,016 responses. 41% said yes, while 59% said no.

“Should ranked choice voting be allowed in local Maine elections?”

We had 2,934 responses. 22% said yes, while 78% said no.

“Have you submitted your taxes yet?”

We had 2,361 responses. 59% said yes, while 41% said no.

“Do you believe trans women should be allowed to compete in sports?”

We had 3,271 responses. 16% said yes, while, 84% said no.

“What is your favorite season in Maine?”

We had 3,611 responses. 11% said spring, 33% said summer, 52% said fall, while 4% said winter.

“Should U.S. support a no-fly zone over Ukraine?”

We had 2,453 responses. 50% said yes, while 50% said no.

“Should women be able to get birth control without a prescription?”

We had 2,617 responses. 66% said yes, while 34% said no.

“Are you surprised Tom Brady came out of retirement?”

We had 2,381 responses. 14% said yes, while 86% said no.

“Should Maine implement track and trace standards for medical cannabis?”

We had 2,195 responses. 45% said yes, while 55% said no.

“Should Maine get rid of Daylight Saving Time?”

We had 4,288 responses. 67% said yes, 18% said no, while 15% said I don’t care.

“Should there be a statewide ban on sales of flavored tobacco products?”

We had 2,673 responses. 55% said yes, while 45% said no.

“Do you agree with Pres. Biden banning Russian energy imports?”

We had 2,859 responses. 86% said yes, while 14% said no.

“Should Maine suspend the gas tax for the remainder of 2022?”

We had 2,903 responses. 78% said yes, while 22% said no.

“Are you now paying more than $4 a gallon for gas?”

We had 2,369 responses. 65% said yes, while 35% said no.

“Are you changing your driving habits because of the high gas prices?”

We had 3,635 responses. 51% said yes, while 49% said no.

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