Some people seem to follow what's going on in government and public affairs most of the time, whether there's an election or not. Others aren't that interested. How often would you say that you follow what is going on in government and public
Do you subscribe to a daily newspaper?
What is your primary source for news about the state of South Carolina? Is it television news, newspapers, radio, the internet, talking with friends or family, or something else?
What is your primary source for news about your county, town or city? Is it television news, newspapers, radio, the internet, talking with friends or family, or something else?
Currently, the offices of governor and lieutenant governor are elected separately in South Carolina, do you think the candidates for governor and lieutenant governor should run together on one ticket or continue to be elected separately?
In South Carolina, we have several statewide elected offices, these include the Secretary of State, Superintendent of Education, Comptroller General, Commissioner of Agriculture, and others. Some people believe that it would increase the efficiency
Thinking about the current path that our nation is taking, do you think our country is on the right track or headed in the wrong direction?
Now, thinking about the current path that South Carolina is taking, do you think our state is on the right track or headed in the wrong direction?
How much of the time do you think you can trust the national government in Washington to do what is right: Just about always, Most of the time, only Some of the time, or Never.
How much of the time do you think you can trust the state government in Columbia to do what is right: Just about always, Most of the time, only Some of the time, or Never.
How much of the time do you think you can trust your local government to do what is right: Just about always, Most of the time, only Some of the time, or Never.
Right now, do you think that economic conditions in the country as a whole are getting better or getting worse?
How concerned are you about the possibility of losing your job in the next year? Are you very concerned, somewhat concerned, not very concerned, or not at all concerned...
If you had to find a new job in the next year, do you believe that you would need additional education or job training?
How would you rate your financial situation today: excellent, good, only fair, or poor?
Right now do you think that your financial situation as a whole is getting better or getting worse?
Some people believe that providing school vouchers to parents so they can send their children to private schools would best help parents get their children out of failing public schools, while others feel that vouchers take desperately needed money
Some people believe that elected officials best serve their constituents when they remain strongly loyal to their party. Others believe that they best serve their constituents when they are willing to work together with members of the opposing
Some have proposed that South Carolina increase the cigarette tax and use the money to either [Rotate] reduce income tax on the highest income bracket or to offset increasing Medicaid costs, which of these proposals would you prefer or would you
Do you smoke cigarettes?
Some have proposed a small increase in the gasoline tax for the purpose of improving South Carolina's roadways and repairing old bridges. Would you favor or oppose such a proposal?
Do you believe that current criminal penalties for domestic abuse in South Carolina are too harsh, about right, or too lenient?
Do you believe that current criminal penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol in South Carolina are too harsh, about right, or too lenient?
Have you ever gotten a loan from a payday lender?
Do you think that the state of South Carolina should further regulate the payday loan industry?
Other states have regulated the payday lending industry in both of the following ways. Which of the following would you prefer for South Carolina[Rotate] capping the amount of interest and fees that payday lenders may charge or outlawing the
Some believe that money has too much influence in state elections while others feel that our current system works just fine. Would you support or oppose a proposal for South Carolina to have a system of public financing for candidates who agree to
If this system would cost each taxpayer about three dollars and sixty cents a year and would reduce the impact that money has on elections would you support or oppose it?Do you feel that way strongly or somewhat?
Which do you think explains most of the reason that global warming is occurring:[rotate]global warming is mostly the result of human activity global warming is mostly the result of natural causes
Do you approve or disapprove of the way George W. Bush is doing his job as president?
Do you believe that the war in Iraq has made America safer or created additional threats to our security?
Do you approve or disapprove of George W. Bush's handling of the war in Iraq?
Some have argued that stability in Iraq will require stepped up efforts from the Iraqi government. Which of the following do you think would be most likely to spur or aid action by the Iraqi government:[rotate]
What action do you think the next president of the United States should take with regard to the level of US troops in Iraq [Rotate]
Many people are debating about how to better control health care costs and increase the number of people covered. One idea would require those who can afford it to purchase private health insurance while the government provides coverage for those
Do you currently have health insurance either through an employer or spouse's employer, Medicare, Medicaid, or a privately purchased health care plan (not through an employer)?
Which one is your primary insurance?
How important is the issue of illegal immigration to you -- Extremely important, Very important, Somewhat important, Not too important, or Not important at all?
Which statement comes closest to your opinion on illegal immigration--[Rotate answers]---Immigrants who do not currently have legal status should be allowed to pay a fine and stay in the US while they apply for citizenship, or Immigrants who do not
Some have suggested that a law be passed in South Carolina to require that all state services, publications and materials be offered in English only. Do you believe that such a law is necessary, unnecessary, or haven't you thought much about this?
Would you support or oppose the passage of such a law?
Do you think abortion should be legal under any circumstances, legal only under certain circumstances, or illegal in all circumstances?
In South Carolina, it is unconstitutional for gays and lesbians to marry. Assuming that this will not change, do you believe that long term same sex couples should have legal rights similar to those of married heterosexual couples even though they
I’m going to read a list of things that some people do. For each, thinking about your own values and morals, I’d like you to tell me whether you think it is acceptable or unacceptable.The first is sex between two adults of the same sex. Is that
The next is marriages between people of different religions. Is that acceptable or unacceptable?Do you feel that way strongly or somewhat?
Do you have any family members who are gay or lesbian?
Do you have any close friends who are gay or lesbian?
Do you have any acquaintances or co-workers who are gay or lesbian?
Would you say that crime committed by gangs in your local area is a major problem, a minor problem, or not much of a problem at all?
Would you say that gang violence in your local area has increased, decreased, or remained about the same over the past 3 years?
Which of the following comes closest to your view of the Bible?[rotate]1. The inspired word of God2. A great book of wisdom and history 3. A book of myths and legends
Is the Bible true, to be taken word for word; true, but not to be taken word for word; or true for religion, but with some errors.
How important would you say religion is in your own life: Very important, fairly important, or not very important?
What, if any, is your religious preference: Are you Protestant, Roman Catholic, Jewish, Mormon, Jehovah's Witness, Muslim, or an Orthodox religion such as the Greek or Russian Orthodox Church?
Which protestant denomination are you? (interviewer: if answer is under 10 code as 09,08,07, 06, etc.)
Would you describe yourself as a “born again” or evangelical Christian?
Other than during religious services, how often do you read the Bible – daily or more often, a few times a week, weekly, a few times a month, monthly, less than monthly, or rarely or never?
Aside from weddings and funerals how often do you attend religious services... more than once a week, once a week, once or twice a month, a few times a year, seldom, or never?
Which of the following statements comes closest to your beliefs:[rotate]
Do you believe in the Rapture of the Church, that is, that before the world comes to an end, the religiously faithful will be saved and taken up to Heaven?--Do you feel that way strongly or somewhat?
Do you believe the world will end in a battle at Armageddon between Jesus and the AntiChrist.--Do you feel that way strongly or somewhat?
How would you describe your political beliefs, Very Liberal, Somewhat Liberal, Moderate, Somewhat Conservative, Very Conservative?
Generally speaking, do you consider yourself a Republican, a Democrat, or an Independent?
Would you call yourself a strong Democrat or a not very strong Democrat?
Would you call yourself a strong Republican or a not very strong Republican?
Would you say that you are closer to the Republican Party, closer to the Democratic Party, or closer to neither?
What is your race or ethnicity?
Which of the following Most Accurately describes you? Are you employed full-time outside the home, employed part-time outside the home, retired, a homemaker, unable to work due to disability, or a full-time student who may or may not also work?
What is your age as of your last birthday? ____ [enter 00 for refused]
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Which of the following best describes your marital status: Currently married, living together with a partner, widowed, divorced, separated, or never married?
Which of the following categories best describes your TOTAL household YEARLY income? Please stop me when I reach the correct category.Under 15k,15-20k, 20-30k, 30-40k, 40-50k, 50-75k, 75-100k, over 100k
Which of the following comes closest to your preference regarding U.S. policy toward global warming?
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