Poll results

Recent results to our daily poll question

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

“Should convicts have their right to vote restored after incarceration?”

We had 2,796 responses. 57% said yes, while 43% said no.

“When do you start decorating for Halloween?”

We had 2,520 responses. 20% said now, 15% said middle of October, 3%

said end of October, while 62% said I don’t decorate for Halloween.

“How concerned are you about the U.S. government shutting down?”

We had 2,956 responses. 18% said very concerned, 25% said somewhat concerned, 27% said not at all concerned, while 30% said I hope it shuts down.

“Do you have a heat pump in your residence?”

We had 3,788 responses. 64% said no, while 36% said yes.

“How will you vote on Question 3 in November?”

We had 2,147 responses. 64% said no, 16% said yes, while 20% said I’m still undecided.

“Should Maine eliminate cash bail?”

We had 2,521 responses. 25% said yes, while 75% said no.

“Was your residence damaged by Post Tropical Storm Lee?”

We had 2,848 responses. 1% said yes, major damage, 7% said yes, minimal damage, while 92% said no.

“Are you adjusting your weekend plans due to Hurricane Lee?”

We had 4,068 responses. 43% said yes, while 57% said no.

“Should minimum staffing standards be required at Maine nursing homes?”

We had 2,687 responses. 90% said yes, while 10% said no.

“Are you making any preparations for Hurricane Lee?”

We had 2,899 responses. 58% said no, while 42% said yes.

“Did you attend a Bangor waterfront concert this season?”

We had 2,856 responses. 85% said no, while 15% said yes.

“Do you believe 9/11 should be declared a federal holiday?”

We had 3,242 responses. 52% said yes, while 48 said no.

“Should Maine schools without air conditioning have early release due to the excessive heat?”

We had 3,855 responses. 66% said yes, while 34% said no.

“Do you support the creation of Pine Tree Power?”

We had 2,853 responses. 23% said yes, while 77% said no.

“What is your primary cooling source at home?”

We had 2,869 responses. 29% said heat pump, 38% said air conditioner, 18% said fan, while 15% said open windows.

“Should drunk drivers pay child support if they kill a child’s guardian?”

We had 2,760 responses. 83% said yes, while 17% said no.

“Are you working on Labor Day?”

We had 2,141 responses. 21% yes, while 79% no.

“Do you have any outstanding student loans?”

We had 3,297 responses. 83% said no, while 17% said no.

“Should marijuana be classified as a Schedule 3 drug?”

We had 2,271 responses. 53% said yes, while 47% said no.

“Do you like needhams?”

We had 2,701 responses. 55% said yes, 16% said no, 10% said never tried them, while 19% said never heard of them.

“Should Medicare be allowed to directly negotiate with pharmaceutical companies for lower prices?”

We had 2,506 responses. 7% said no, while 93% yes.

“Should school start after Labor Day in Maine?”

We had 2,857 responses. 84% said yes, while 16 said no.

“Should a felon be able to serve as U.S. President?”

We had 4,310 responses. 73% said no, while 27% said yes.

“Should Maine end private ownership of beaches throughout the state?”

We had 2,800 responses. 49% said no, while 51% said yes.

“Do you work in an office or from home?”

54% said in an office, 28% said at home, while 18% said a mix of the two.

“Do you agree with Maine banning the sale of fluorescent light bulbs?”

We had 2,665 responses. 65% said no, while 35% said yes.

“Do you believe Maine is doing enough to address affordable housing?”

We had 2,532 responses. 67% said no, while 33% said yes.

“Will you be taking the RSV vaccine this year?”

We had 3,577 responses. 52% said no, 21% said yes, 27% said never, while 0% said I have already.

“Are you seeing any indication of a rise in COVID cases in your community?”

We had 2,802 responses. 83% said no, while 17% said yes.

“Are you feeling optimistic about the U.S. economy?”

We had 2,968 responses. 20% said yes, while 80% said no.

“Do you believe Maine should make hate speech a criminal offense?”

We had 2,948 responses. 66% said no, while 34% said yes.

“Do you know any Maine teen suffering from homelessness?”

We had 2,463 votes. 9% said yes, while 91% said no.

“Will you be attending the Skowhegan Fair?”

We had 3,287 responses. 10% said yes, while 90% said no.

“Should users of illegal drugs be allowed to own a firearm?”

We had 2,886 responses. 89% said no, while 11% said yes.

“Are you struggling with credit card debt?”

We had 2,716 responses. 20% said yes, 69% said no, while 11% said I don’t have a credit card.

“Should Maine schools switch to a four-day-a-week schedule?”

We had 3,185 responses. 17% said yes, while 73% said no.

“Have you started back to school shopping yet?”

We had 1,762 responses. 16% said yes, while 86% said no.

“If you win the Mega Million prize, which payment option would you choose?”

We had 2,627 responses. 81% one-time payment, while 19% said annual payments.

“Do you feel optimistic about the economy?”

We had 3,089 responses. 23% said yes, while 77% said no.

“Should a Presidential candidate be allowed to run if they have pending criminal charges?”

We had 3,289 responses. 43% said yes, while 57% said no.

Where do you go to cool off during the summer?

We had 3,276 responses. 61% said air conditioned house, 19% said ocean/lake, 7% said pool, while 14% said other.

“Do you use community solar power?”

We had 2,828 responses. 3% said yes, 93% said no, while 4% said they’ve signed up, but yet to start.

“Should foreign government owned entities be banned from spending money on state ballot campaigns?”

We had 2,976 responses. 96% said yes, while 4% said no.

“Should Texas remove its floating border barriers?”

We had 3,293 responses. 78% said no, while 22% said yes.

“Should all public schools in Maine provide student supplies?”

We had 2,959 responses. 53% said yes, 30% said no, while 17% said only for less privileged kids.

“Do you own a heat pump?”

We had 3,900 responses. 37% said yes, while 63% said no.

“Should Medicare be allowed to negotiate drug prices for seniors?”

We had 2,375 responses. 90 said yes, while 10% said no.

“Are you concerned about the risks associated with the advancement of AI?”

We had 2,680 responses. 83% said yes, while 17% said no.

“Should the state expedite the process for online sports betting in Maine?”

We had 2,501 responses. 82% said no, while 18% said yes.

“Do you believe the extreme weather conditions are caused by climate change?”

We had 3,379 responses. 45% said yes, while 55% said no.

“Have spikes in electricity rates forced you to reduce spending on other things?”

We had 3,738 responses. 30% said no, while 70% said yes.

“Should COVID-19 vax be removed as a requirement for health care workers?”

We had 3,142 votes. 75% said yes, while 25% said no.

“Should Maine’s governor get a pay raise?”

We had 3,022 responses. 65% said no, while 35% said yes.

“Has your business or vacation plans been impacted by the rainy summer?”

We had 2,180 responses. 39% said yes, while 61% said no.

“If necessary, should Maine allow abortion after fetal viability at 24 weeks?”

We had 4,128 responses. 33% said no, 40% said yes, while 27% I don’t know.

“Do you support the Flagpole of Freedom Park project?”

We had 2,588 responses. 52% said yes, while 48% said no.

“Do you prefer a Hot/Humid Summer Day or Cold/Snowy Winter Day?”

We had 3,173 votes. 40% said neither, 27% said hot/humid summer day, while 33% said cold/snowy winter day.

“Will you watch the fireworks tonight?”

We had 2,218 votes. 78% said no, while 22% said yes.

“Should Maine house asylum seekers at Unity College?”

We had 2,876 responses. 82% said no, while 18% said yes.

Do you agree with the Supreme Court striking down affirmative action?

We had 3,812 responses. 73% said yes, while 23% said no.

“Should Maine provide $5 million in emergency funding for homeless shelters?”

We had 2,894 responses. 66% said no, while 34% said yes.

“Should Maine require background check on private gun sales?”

We had 3,164 responses. 49% said no, while 51% said yes.

“Have you planted your vegetable garden yet?”

10% said yes, 46% said no, I am still waiting

44% said no, I don’t plant

“Should sovereignty rights for Native American tribes in Maine be expanded?”

We had 3,474 responses. 57% said no, while 43% said yes.

“Should the Department of Labor expedite visa processing times for seasonal workers?”

We had 2,448 responses. 44% said no, while 56% said yes.

“Do you have any summer vacations planned?”

We had 2,487 votes. 27% said staycation, 12% said traveling out of state, 4% said traveling out of the country, while 57% said no.

“Should tax revenue from recreational cannabis be used to fund recovery centers across Maine?”

We had 2,642 votes. 57% said yes, while 43% said no.

“Do you approve of a $35 million increase in state spending to invest in the child care industry?”

We had 3,134 votes. 41% said yes, while 59% said no.

“Should Ranked Choice Voting be used to elect Maine’s governor?”

We had 3,268 votes. 22% said yes, while 78% said no.

“Have you been affected by tick season?”

We had 2,669 responses. 53% said yes, while 47% said no.

“Do you suffer from poor internet access in your area?”

We had 3,568 responses. 43% said yes, while 57% said no.

“Do you support President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan?”

We had 3,537 votes. 72% said no, while 28% said yes.

“Should taxpayer dollars be spent on municipal PRIDE month decorations?”

We had 3,856 votes. 88% said no, while 12% said yes.

“Should those 16 and younger be prohibited from marrying in Maine?”

We had 3,217 responses. 92% yes, while 8% said no.

“Would you take your child to a drag queen story hour?”

We had 3,710 votes. 87% said no, while 13% said yes.

“Do you agree with new work requirements for seniors getting SNAP benefits?”

We had 3,703 votes. 64% said yes, while 34% said no.

“Which Maine license plate would you prefer?”

We had 2,940 votes. 55% said Chickadee, 26% said 1901 Maine flag, while 19% said I have a specialty plate.

“Should recreational marijuana be federally legalized?”

We had 2,842 responses. 55% said yes, while 45% said no.

“Do you consider Memorial Day the unofficial start of summer in Maine?”

We had 2,480 responses. 85% said yes, while 15% said no.

“Do you believe the Celtics will make NBA history on Monday night?”

We had 1,536 responses. 31% said no, while 69% said yes.

“Should Maine establish a parental bill of rights?”

We had 2,339 votes. 74% said yes, while 26% said no.

“Are you struggling to pay your utility bill?”

We had 2,808 responses. 50% said yes, while 50% said no.

“Should 18-year-olds be allowed to substitute teach?”

We had 2,867 responses. 28% said yes, while 72% said no.

“Should Maine continue to invest in offshore wind development?”

We had 4,012 responses. 67% said no while 33% said yes.

“Should Maine ban all use of TikTok?”

We had 2,840 responses. 70% said yes, while 30% said no.

“Should flavored milk be served in schools?”

We had responses. 49% said yes, at all levels, 3% said yes, only in high schools, 22% said yes, but with limits on sugar content, while 27%% said no.

“Should restaurants allow dogs in outdoor dining spaces?”

We had 3,160 responses. 39% said yes, while 61% said no.

“Should Maine give state workers a raise?”

We had 2,903 responses. 48% said yes, while 52% said no.

“Do you still test for COVID?”

We had 3,883 responses. 4% said yes, 59% said no, 32% said only if I have symptoms, while 5% said only if I’ve been exposed to someone with the virus

“Should birth control be available over the counter?”

We had 2,838 responses. 69% said yes, while 31% said no.

“Do violent video games contribute to mass shootings?”

We had 2,970 responses. 65% said yes, while 35% said no.

“Should state senators serve four year terms rather than two?”

We had 2,560 responses. 32% said yes, while 68% said no.

“Do you believe Covid-19 should still be treated as an emergency?”

We had had 3,032 responses. 13% said yes, while 87% said no.

“Should Maine increase the child tax credit?”

We had 3,361 responses. 42% said yes, while 58% said no.

“How often do you feel lonely?”

We had 2,623 responses. 8% said all the time, 42% said never, 14% said more often than not, while 36% said once in awhile.

“Should Maine offer student loan aid to health care workers?”

We had 2,550 responses. 56% said yes, while 44% said no.

“Do you have flood insurance?”

We had 2,416 responses. 5% said yes, while 95% said no.

“Will you participate in No Mow May?”

We had 2,791 responses. 23% said yes, while 77% said no.

“Are you a fan of fiddleheads?”

We had 3,697 responses. 53% said yes, while 47% said no.

“Should certified employees be allowed to have a firearm on school property?”

We had 3,126 responses. 69% said yes, while 31% said no.

“Should there be a maximum age limit for presidential candidates?”

We had 3,184 responses. 79% said yes, while 21% said no.

“Should drug trafficking be exempt from Maine’s Good Samaritan Law?”

We had 2,243 responses. 34% said yes, while 66% said no.

“Should the debt ceiling be raised with or without spending cuts?”

We had 2,913 response. 36% said with spending cuts, 19% said without spending cuts, while 46% said I don’t support a raise.

“Do you agree with the court’s decision to allow the NECEC Project to resume?”

We had 3,982 responses. 42% said yes, while 58% said no.

“Have you started your spring planting as yet?”

We had 2,241 responses. 19% said yes, while 81% said no.

“Have you ever been a victim of fraud?”

We had 2,328 responses. 51% said yes, while 49% said no.

“Have you filed your taxes yet?”

We has 2,531 responses. 87% said yes while 13% said no.

“What do you think should be the number one issue for U.S. lawmakers right now?”

We had 3,292 responses. 7% said abortion rights, 23% said gun violence, while 70% said the economy.

“Should early childhood education be more accessible?”

We had 2,199 responses. 79% said yes, while 21% said no.

“Should the state-paid stipend for childcare workers increase to $400 per month?”

We had 2,448 responses. 39% said yes, while 61% said no.

“Should Maine provide paid family and medical leave benefits for workers?”

We had 2,841 responses. 55% said yes, while 45% said no.

“Should schools only be allowed to display U-S and state of Maine flags?”

We had 3,469 responses. 70% said yes, 16% said no, while 14% said U.S., ME & tribal flags only.

“Should the minimum salary for Maine teachers be raised to $50K?”

We had 4,099 responses. 59% said yes, while, 41% said no.

“Should Maine’s attorney general face disciplinary action for his relationship with a former subordinate?”

We had 2,565 responses. 66% said yes, while 34% said no.

“What was your favorite subject in school?”

We had 2,683 responses. 19% said Math, 17% said English, 23% said Science, while 41% said

Other.

“Should passenger rail service in Maine extend from Portland to Bangor?”

We had 3,100 responses. 88% said yes, while 12% said no.

“Should Congress increase funding for social security benefits?”

We had 2,868 responses. 88% said yes, while 12% said no.

“Should Mainers need a motorcycle license endorsement or learners permit in order to register a motorcycle?”

We had 3,096 responses. 67% said yes, while 33% said no.

“Should the TSA ban people for assaulting or interfering with airline crew?”

We had 3,046 responses. 94% said yes, while 6% said no.

“Should Maine provide health care coverage to immigrants?”

We had 3,465 responses. 14% said yes, while 86% said no.

“Do you feel safe sending your child to school?”

We had 2,335 responses. 52% said yes, while 48% said no.

“Do you rent or own your current residence?”

We had 2,862 responses. 85% said own, while 15% said rent

“Should Maine require parental consent for minors to have social media accounts?”

We had 3,876 responses. 88% said yes, while 12% said no.

Are you concerned about the Chinese government using your TikTok account to spy?

We had 3,291 responses. 29% said yes, 11% said no, while 61% said I don’t use TikTok.

“Should parents be allowed to opt their children out of school lockdown drills?”

We had 2,858 responses. 26% said yes, while 75% said no.

“Should Maine lawmakers approve $5.5M in emergency relief for dairy farmers?”

We had 2,587 responses. 75% said yes, while 25% said no.

What is your favorite season?

We had 3,037 responses. 11% said spring, 34% said summer, 51% said fall, while 4% said winter.

“Should Sunday hunting with a bow and cross bow be allowed in Maine?”

We had 3,207 responses. 33% said yes, while 57% said no.

“Do you tap maple trees?”

We had 2,618 responses. 12% said yes, while 88% said no.

“Should the federal government provide banks with bail-ins?”

We had 2,649 responses. 87% said no, while 13% said yes.

“Should Maine build a nuclear power plant?”

We had 3,480 responses. 50% said yes, while 50% said no.

“Should Maine stay on Eastern Daylight Time all year round?”

We ha 4,428 responses. 80% said yes, while 20% said no.

“Do you suffer from allergies?”

We had 2,331 responses. 16% said yes, it’s the worst in spring, 4% said yes, it’s the worst in the fall, 38% said I suffer in both the spring and fall, while 41% said no.

“Should Maine voters have to re-register every four years?”

We had 2,124 responses. 31% said yes, while 69% said no.

“Should cereal be poured in the bowl BEFORE or AFTER the milk?”

We had 2,969 responses. 83% said before, 14% said after, while 3% said I don’t eat cereal with milk.

“Should those federally convicted for simple marijuana possession be given a presidential pardon?”

We had 2,916 responses. 62% said yes, while 38% said no.

“Should Mainers face fines for not clearing snow from their vehicles?”

We had 4,420 responses. 71% said yes, while 29% said no.

“Should fines be dramatically increased for Mainers caught texting and driving?”

We had 3,162 responses. 81% said yes, while 19% said no.

“Should U.S. troops discharged for refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine, be reinstated?”

We had 3,364 responses. 75% said yes, while 25% said no.

“Should Maine’s animal trespass law include cats?”

We had 3,007 responses. 30% said yes, while 70% said no.

“Do you believe COVID-19 was caused by a lab leak?”

We had 3,366 responses. 70% said yes, 11% said no, while 19% said I’m not sure.

“Should the U.S. continue providing financial aid to Ukraine?”

We had 4,526 responses. 41% said yes, while 59% said no.

“Should Maine inmates be eligible for parole after serving one-third of their sentence?”

We had 3,046 responses. 10% said yes, while 90% said no.

Should students be allowed to carry concealed weapons on college campuses?

We had 3,166 responses. 34% said yes, while 66% said no.

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

We had 2,670 responses.

* At least once a month - 3%

* At least every six months - 9%

* At least a year - 18%

* Can’t remember the last time - 71%

“Are you attending any of the tournament games this week?”

We had 2,436 responses. 7% said yes, while 93% said no.

“Should Naloxone be available over the counter?”

We had 1,610. 48% said yes, while 52% said no.

“Should lawmakers approve Governor Mills’ $10.3 billion budget?”

We had 2,579 responses. 39% said yes, while 61% said no.

“Should the U.S. Government put a total ban on TikTok?”

We had 2,674 responses. 79% said yes, while 21% said no.

“Do you go ice fishing?”

We had 2,474 responses. 25% said yes, while 75% said no.

“Who do you think will win the Super bowl this Sunday?”

We had 2,943 responses. 52% said Philadelphia Eagles, while 48% said Kansas City Chiefs.

“What is your preferred pizza topping?”

We had 2,752 responses. 44% said pepperoni, 8% said sausage, 18% said vegetable, while 29% said other.

“Should Maine employers provide paid family and medical leave?”

We had 2,837 responses. 56% said yes, while, 44% said no.

“Should you have to show a photo ID to vote?”

We had 3,395 responses. 83% said yes, while 17% said no.

“What method do you use for electricity supply?”

We had 2,268 responses. 89% said standard offer rate, 6% said choose supplier, while 5% said other.

“Should teachers be allowed to carry a firearm on school property?”

We had 4,993 responses. 54% said yes, while 46% said no.

“Would you prefer an early spring or six more weeks of winter?”

We had 2,985 responses. 62% said Early Spring, 17% said 6 More Weeks of Winter, while 21% said 85 and Sunny Year Round.

“Are you applying for a moose permit this year?”

We had 2,471 responses. 17% said yes, 74% said no, while 9% said I don’t agree with hunting.

“Should there be federal police reform?”

We had 2,312 responses. 47% said yes, while, 53% said no.

“Should there be a national Silver Alert system?”

We had 2,106 responses. 82% said yes, while 18% said no.

“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.

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