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N.D. is ranked second in the nation in earmarks (pork dollars) per capita. Is that a statistic the state should be proud of?
Proud; we won Embarrasssed; pork is waste Neither; the money is needed and allocated fairly

Do you believe Congress will significantly cut Social Security benefits?
Yes No Not in the foreseeable future

Who would you vote for if Heidi Heitkamp faced Jack Dalrymple in a race for governor?
Heitkamp Dalrymple

Should private health insurance cover pre-existing conditions?
Yes No

Who is the more slippery fish?
Charlie Tuna Charlie Hustle (Pete Rose) Charlie Rangle

If you could afford to go into farming, would you, considering the financial risks?
Yes No

CNN's Anderson Cooper has been floated as a possible replacement for CBS news anchor Katie Couric. Which would you more likely watch?
Cooper Couric

President Obama is a cigarette smoker. Is that:
A bad example for kids An embarrassment to the country Not an issue/nobody's business

Should North Dakota have the death penalty for some offenses?
Yes No

How many members of the state's congressional delegation will vote in favor of health care reform, regardless of the details, if Congress votes on it again?
1 2 3 None

Do you think a nuclear weapon will be intentionally used again in your lifetime?
Yes No

The Canadian women's hockey team publicly celebrated winning gold with champagn, beer and cigars on the ice. Was that:
OK Inappropriate Unsportsmanlike Worse

Are you more confident in the economy since the creation of the federal "debt commission" last week?
Yes No Somewhat

How many times a day do you think about your current personal financial status?
5 plus 10 plus 15 plus More

What will President Obama's job approval rating bottom out at before the mid-term election?
50 percent 45 percent 40 percent 35 percent Lower

How old is "too old" to be president of the United States?
60 plus 65 plus 70 plus 75 plus Never

How many credit cards do you have?
None 1 2 to 3 4 to 6 More than 6

Should hot dogs be "redesigned" to make them safer for kids?
Yes No

Was Tiger Woods' apology sincere?
Yes No

Should the U.S. make a big push to develop nuclear energy?
Yes No Go slow

Do you plan to buy flood insurance this year?
Yes No Not in the flood plain

Who was/is the better VP?
Joe Biden Dan Quayle Al Gore Dick Cheney

Are you sick of winter yet?
Yes No

Do you expect to fly direct from Minot to Denver within the next year?
Yes No

Who will win more gold medals in the Winter Olympics?
United States Canada Norway

If you could win a gold medal at the Winter Olympics, which event would you want it to be in?
Figure skating Ice dancing Hockey Luge Bobsled Ski jumping Downhill skiing Other

Will The Masters suffer if Tiger Woods skips this year's golf tournament?
Yes No

Have you already or do you plan to attend a district endorsing convention for legislative candidates?
Yes No

Sarah Palin says she might run for president in 2012. Assuming both Obama and Palin win nominations, who would you vote for?
Obama Palin Neither

Will Danica Patrick finish in the top 10 in today's Nationwide NASCAR race at Daytona?
Yes No Won't even finish Who is Danica Patrick?

Does it concern you, either as a consumer or as a neighbor, that herbicide and pesticide use has dramatically increased on North Dakota farms?
Yes Somewhat No

Will Michael Jackson's physician be found guilty of involuntary manslaughter?
Yes No

Should the State Fair Board have looked outside the organization before picking a new general manager?
Yes No

Are you excited about the upcoming Winter Olympics?
Yes Not so much Won't be watching

Which was better, the Super Bowl or the commercials?
The game The commercials

Is Rep. Earl Pomeroy distancing himself from President Obama for political reasons?
Yes No Haven't noticed a change

Who will win Sunday's Super Bowl?
Colts Saints

Does Minot get a raw deal on air fares?
Yes No It's market-drive, thus fair

How recently have you ridden on Amtrak?
Within the last month Within the last year Several years ago Never

How would you rate this year's State Fair country music lineup?
Great; better than usual OK; could be better Blah; same old acts

As a driver, have you been involved in a fender-bender or more serious auto accident this winter?
Yes No

Does the country and the economy need another economic stimulus bill?
Yes No Depends on who benefits directly

Is America more liked around the world since President Obama took office?
Yes No

What role should the U.S. play in rebuilding Haiti?
None Advisory Banker

Is Brett Favre's playing career over?
Yes No

What grade does President Obama deserve for his State of the Union address?
A B C D F Didn't watch

Is it unpatriotic to boo or heckle the President of the United States?
Yes, always No, it's a right

Is childhood obesity a public issue or a private family matter?
Public issue Private matter

Who is more annoying - TV's Glenn Beck or Nancy Grace?
Beck Grace Neither are painful to watch

Should Minot Public Schools allow students to open enroll into the district?
Yes No

Are metal detectors necessary security at Minot bars?
Yes No Depends on which bar

Will the Vikings beat the Saints?
Yes No

Have you made a personal monetary donation to Haiti earthquake relief?
Yes No

What grade does President Obama deserve for his first year in the White House?
A B C D F

Does Minot need a new mayor?
Yes No

Can Kevin Cramer defeat Rep. Earl Pomeroy?
Yes No

Should cities allow bars to be open until 2 a.m.?
Yes No

Would a viable third political party be beneficial in running the U.S. government or does a two-party system still work?
Two strong parties is best Multiple parties is better

Will Lt. Gov. Jack Dalrymple make a good governor if he takes over should Gov. Hoeven be elected to the Senate?
Yes No

Will Sen. Kent Conrad seek re-election?
Yes No

Did Sen. Byron Dorgan decide not to seek re-election because he thought he might lose?
Yes No

Is there a Democrat who can defeat Gov. John Hoeven in his run for the Senate?
Yes No

Are too many N.D. National Guard members deployed outside the state?
Yes No

Should N.D. ban trans fat in restaurant food as California did?
Yes No

Is it time for the N.D. Legislature to convene annually?
Yes No

Is NAWS water delivery too far ahead of construction?
Yes No

Should news organizations pay their sources for information or photos?
It's OK OK if payment is disclosed Not as a routine Never

Should potty-mouthed comic Kathy Griffin be reined in by TV execs?
Yes No Who is Kathy Griffin?

Has adequate progress been made clearing Minot streets since the Christmas blizzard?
Yes No

Should college football create a new playoff system?
Yes No

What do you want from Congress next Christmas?
Free dental care Free eye care Free prescription drugs Other freebies Freedom

Should people who "look like terrorists" receive extra scrutiny before boarding a plane?
Yes No Everyone should be checked more thoroughly

Will you become more politically involved in 2010?
Yes No

Will you stay up until midnight tonight to ring in the new year?
Yes No

Was Minot's Christmas storm the worst you've ever seen?
Yes No

Will the firing of the State Fair manager hurt the 2010 fair?
Yes No

What do you think of a planned nude scene in next year's Harry Potter movie?
OK if done tastefully Great, can't wait Ruins a good series

Should Gov. John Hoeven run for Congress in 2010?
Yes, against Sen. Byron Dorgan Yes, against Rep. Earl Pomeroy No

When will you start taking down your Christmas decorations?
Today Next week First week of January Later

Did you get what you wanted for Christmas?
Yes No

What is your favorite Christmas movie?
A Christmas Carol Miracle on 34th St. It's a Wonderful Life A Christmas Story Home Alone

At what age did you stop believing in Santa Claus?
By age 5 6 to 10 10 to 15 Still believe

What do you keep your thermostat set at when you are home during the day?
67 degrees or colder 68 69 70 70 degrees or warmer

Who are harder to shop for?
Men Women Teens Children

Should all stores be allowed to open before noon on Sunday?
Yes, change state law to allow it No, present restrictions are OK Restore previous Sunday closing laws

If you could afford it, would you travel on a commercial space flight?
Yes No

Should N.D. ban texting while driving as other states have?
Yes No

How should Ward County resolve its office space needs?
Build Buy Lease Make do

Should Tiger Woods' sponsors drop him?
Yes No

How many New Year's resolutions have you kept in 2009?
Two or more One None Didn't make any

Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet?
Yes No Not even close

Who was naughtier this year?
Jon Gosselin Tiger Woods S.C. Governor Mark Sanford Congress

Was entertainer Adam Lambert treated unfairly when scheduled TV appearances were canceled?
Yes, Lambert was censored No, Lambert's being too racy

Artificial Christmas trees are just as pretty as real ones.
Agree Disagree

Will an NFL team finish this season unbeaten?
Yes, the Indianapolis Colts Yes, the New Orleans Saints No

How safe have city streets been so far this winter?
Good Not bad Bad Treacherous

Will Osama bin Laden ever be captured alive?
Yes No

What percent of Americans in middle school or older do you think remember what Dec. 7 is best known for in history?
25 percent or less 50 percent or less 75 percent or less more than 75 percent

Does the rest of the world's opinion of the U.S. matter to you?
Yes No Somewhat

The N.D. Farm Bureau has taken the position that all government ag program payments should be eliminated. Do you agree?
Yes No Not until other countries do the same

Are the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq now Obama's wars?
Yes No

Should mountain lions that wander into N.D. towns be killed, tranquilized and removed, or left alone?
Killed Removed Left alone

Tiger Woods received special treatment by law enforcement following his recent auto accident.
Agree Disagree

Walter Cronkite, Chet Huntley and David Brinkley were better broadcast newsmen than today's lot.
Agree Disagree Partially true

Do you agree with new federal guidelines regarding mammograms?
Yes No Unsure

How long before N.D.'s oil boom goes bust?
One year Five years More than 5 years No bust in sight

How much of your Christmas shopping will be done online?
10 percent or less About 25 percent About 50 percent About 75 percent 100 percent or close to it

Is it time to pass term limits for members of Congress?
Yes No

What's better: Turkey dinner or turkey dinner leftovers?
Turkey dinner Leftovers

What's the next step on Sarah Palin's career path?
Talk show host Congress White House Homemaker

Do you plan to hit the stores early on "Black Friday?"
Yes No

Do you feel less safe flying than just a few years ago?
Yes No change

Did the city's new watering rules hurt your lawn this summer?
Yes No No, but it was inconvenient

After the Ft. Hood shooting, should the U.S. military "clean house" looking for others who would do Americans soldiers harm?
Yes No

At 10.2 percent, the highest since April 1983, has the U.S. unemployment rate topped out?
Yes, it will go no higher No, unemployment will increase

Should the U.S. be the world leader on confronting climate change?
Yes No

Do you plan to buy Sarah Palin's new book?
Yes No

Should tennis star Andre Agassi have to give back titles for taking a banned substance and lying about it?
Yes No

Is it time to pull the plug on Jay Leno's new show?
Yes No

Should the use of czars within the federal government end?
Yes No

Does Bob Hale's lawsuit regarding economic development have merit?
Yes No Who is Bob Hale?

Do you feel less safe in Minot than you did just a few years ago?
Yes Unchanged More safe

Do you think the Ft. Hood gunman was a terrorist?
Yes No, just a disturbed individual Haven't reached a conclusion

Are America's older veterans being forgotten?
Yes No No more than young veterans

Should the University of North Dakota stop trying to save the Fighting Sioux nickname?
Yes Not yet Never

Have you bought gold to diversify your investments?
Yes No Yes, as a routine

Do you wish Hillary Clinton had been elected president instead of Barack Obama?
Yes No

Should Trinity Health remain independent or merge with a larger health care provider?
Merge Don't merge

Which N.Y. Yankees team was better: The 1998 team or 2009 team?
1998 team 2009 team

Is the federal government doing an adequate job getting the H1N1 vaccine to the public?
Yes No

Should Daylight Savings Time be scrapped?
Yes No

How often do you play the N.D. lottery?
Every drawing Once or twice a week Once or twice a month Seldom Never

Have you ever been pulled over by law enforcement for no apparent reason?
Yes No

Who was the better Democratic first lady?
Jackie Kennedy Lady Bird Johnson Rosalynn Carter Hillary Clinton Michelle Obama

Are you interacting less with people over concern of contracting H1N1?
Yes No

Has Minot gotten too big for you?
Yes No

Do you think Congress will pass a major health care reform bill this year?
Yes No

Should airline pilots be allowed to nap on certain flights?
Yes No

If it was a fraud, should the guilty do jail time and be barred from profiting from the "Balloon Boy" hoax?
Yes Less severe penalties

How many games of the World Series will you watch?
1 or 2 Potentially deciding game Every game None

Do you see a potential Republican candidate who could beat Barack Obama in 2012?
Yes, one Several could win Anyone would defeat Obama No

Should N.D. allow marijuana to be prescribed for medical use?
Yes No

Are North Dakotans taking swine flu seriously enough?
Yes No

Will N.D. miss Joseph Chapman?
Yes No Who's Joseph Chapman?

Is Fox News a legitimate news agency or a "mouthpiece" of conservatives?
More of a news agency More of a mouthpiece

Is the Major League Baseball season too long?
Yes No Don't care

Who is more obnoxious – Ed Schulz or Rush Limbaugh?
Schulz Limbaugh Neither are obnoxious

Do you plan to reside in North Dakota forever?
Yes No Already live out-of-state all or part of the year

With pheasant numbers down, should N.D. reduce the number of out-of-state licenses available?
Yes No

Should North Dakota have a mountain lion hunting season?
Yes No

Are N.D.'s university presidents overpaid?
Yes No Perhaps underpaid Drastically overpaid

Should the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy be overturned?
Yes No

Do you have a home fire escape plan?
Yes No

Which Europeans visited the New World first?
Christopher Columbus The Vikings Unknowns before the Viking era

Should elementary schools hold Halloween parties?
Yes, costumes allowed Yes, without costumes No parties

Did President Obama deserve to win the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize?
Yes No

Do you plan to get the swine flu vaccine?
Yes No Undecided

Do rodeo events constitute cruelty toward animals?
No Some events Most events

Did Adolf Hitler die in his bunker as history says?
Yes No Unsure

When should retail stores put up Christmas displays?
Not before mid-November Mid-November to Thanksgiving After Thanksgiving

Moving up the date for Norsk Hostfest was a good decision.
Agree Disagree Made no difference

Who was the better Colt quarterback, Johnny Unitas or Peyton Manning?
Unitas Manning

What's the best part of Norsk Hostfest?
Food Entertainment Preserving culture Socializing

Would you support a flat federal income tax rate?
Yes No Never

State law should limit how far students can be bussed to school.
Agree Disagree

Should Iran be prevented from developing nuclear weapons?
Yes, by force if necessary Yes, but not by force No, Iran has a right to nuclear arms

Do you have houseguests for Høstfest?
Yes No

Who was the better president: Ronald Reagan or Bill Clinton?
Reagan Clinton

Are you better off financially than you were one year ago?
Yes No No change

How often do you exercise at least a half-hour?
Seldom Once a week Three times a week or more Every day

Should the U.S. maintain its travel and trade restrictions against Cuba?
Yes No

Are you concerned about long-term negative effects from oil development?
Yes No Not aware of any

Do you consider your upcoming property tax increases justified?
Yes No

Have you either given zucchini to or received zucchini from a friend this summer?
Yes No Tried, but he/I wouldn't take it

How "connected" are you?
Cell phone only Landline only Both No phone service

Which restaurant would you like to see in Minot? (Vote and post a comment)
Chili's Olive Garden Hooters Waffle House Other

Have you cut back on personal spending in the past year?
Slightly Significantly Not at all

Would you attend a tax "tea party" if one were held in Minot?
Yes No

Will the Minot Magicians win on the road Friday vs. West Fargo in football?
Yes No

Have you made a trip to the ER lately? (Vote and post a comment on the care you received)
Within the past month Past 6 months 1 year or longer

Was media coverage of Sen. Ted Kennedy's death overblown?
Yes No

How would you rate Brett Favre's performance so far?
Fantastic Mediocre Terrible

Would you vote again for President Obama?
Yes No Didn't vote for him the first time

Do you rely on the city bus for transportation?
Yes No

Have you ever "Googled" your boss?
Yes No No Google, no boss

How would you rate President Obama's address Wednesday night?
Convincing A flop Somewhere in between Didn't watch

Are teachers generally overpaid or underpaid?
Overpaid Underpaid Fairly compensated

Should Karl Rove be in the Scandinavian-American Hall of Fame?
Yes No Who is Karl Rove?

Do you have to work this Labor Day?
Yes No Retired/unemployed

Would you own a hybrid as your primary vehicle?
Yes No If the price was right Never in this climate

N.D. Highway 23 needs to be four-laned.
Agree Disagree

Do you make purchases with a debit card?
Yes, frequently Seldom Withdraw cash only Never/don't have one

How long has it been since you went to a movie?
1 week 1 month 6 months or longer 1 year or longer

If the state's entire congressional delegation was up for re-election, which member would be most vulnerable?
Sen. Kent Conrad Sen. Byron Dorgan Rep. Earl Pomeroy

Is it time to pull our troops out of Iraq?
Yes No

Do you plan to attend Norsk Høstfest this year other than to volunteer?
Yes No

Do you think gas prices will go up over Labor Day weekend?
Yes No

Do you still send or receive personal mail through the U.S. Postal Service?
Yes Seldom Just bills and junk mail Yes, but mostly invitations and greeting cards

Do you plan to go to a Minot State University football game this year?
Yes No

Do you plan to be vaccinated this flu season?
Yes No

Do you believe President Obama was born in Hawaii or in a foreign country?
Hawaii Outside the U.S.

Have N.D. residents been too hard on the state's congressional delegation in recent days?
Yes No Not critical enough

Will you be financially able to retire at age 65?
Yes No Unsure Already retired

Have you personally seen a UFO?
Yes No

Has your 401k rebounded yet?
Yes No Haven't checked Don't have a 401k

How many high school football games do you expect to attend this fall?
None 1 or 2 2 to 5 More than 5

Have you traded in a clunker under the government's "cash for clunkers" program?
Yes No

Have you ever been the victim of identity theft?
Yes No

Did you get a sunburn this summer?
Yes No

Have you watched any preseason NFL games?
Yes No

Will American Idol be better this year without Paula Abdul?
Yes No, bring her back

Are you eager to send your kids back to school?
Yes No No students

Do you personally know a National Guard member headed for Kosovo?
Yes No

Are you or a member of your immediate family without health insurance?
All insured Some insured None insured

Did you take a family vacation this summer?
Yes Just a long weekend Stayed home

Will the Minnesota Vikings win their division this year?
Yes No

Does Trinity Health need a new hospital?
Yes Yes, and ASAP No Update the existing hospital

One year from today, will the national economy have improved?
Better Worse About the same

Will this coming winter be as severe as last winter?
Worse Milder More typical

Does Minot have a housing "crisis?"
Yes No

Should the city of Bismarck have been required to put up at least $1 million of the $51.7 million expansion of the state-owned Heritage Center?
Yes No More than $1 million

Is it time for another vote on courthouse expansion?
Yes No Let it drop

Jon Gosselin is a cheater; Kate deserves better
Agree Disagree Who are Jon & Kate?

Have you written a letter to your senators or congressman within the last year?
Yes No Why bother?

Was this year's State Fair better than last year's?
Yes No No better or worse

Is the government's "cash for clunkers" program a misuse of taxpayers' money?
Yes No

Have you done any back-to-school shopping yet?
Yes No No students to shop for

Have you caught a fish yet this summer?
Yes No Haven't tried Tried and got skunked

Do you believe Kent Conrad knew he was getting a sweetheart deal when get got loans for his Delaware beach home and Bismarck apartment building?
Yes No

If disgraced baseball player Pete Rose is reinstated and elected to the Hall of Fame, what affect would that have on baseball?
Good for the sport Bad for the sport No affect

Generally, drivers in Minot go
Way too fast Too fast The right speed for conditions Too slow

So far, President Obama has made?
Good decisions Bad decisions Some good, some bad decisions

Should former NFL quarterback Michael Vick be allowed back into the NFL?
Yes No

Do you support President Obama's vision of reformed health care?
Yes No

What do you think will be the highest daytime temperature in Minot this summer?
90-plus 95-plus 100-plus

What's your favorite part of the State Fair Parade?
Floats Candy Cars Politicians

Who do you think would win if Gov. John Hoeven were to challenge Sen. Byron Dorgan for his Senate seat?:
Hoeven Dorgan

Do you plan to go to a concert at the State Fair?
Yes No

Do you think Congress should pass President Obama’s health care reform plan?
Yes No

Should Judge Sonia Sotomayor be confirmed as U.S. Supreme Court judge?
Yes No

Do you believe a man actually walked on the moon?
Yes No

Should suspended major league baseball players be allowed to play in the minor leagues?
Yes No

Should the government replace the color-coded terrorist threat system?
Yes No

What's the best part of baseball's All-Star festivities?
Home run derby The All-Star game

How seriously do you take cyber attacks on government Web sites?
Not seriously at all Very seriously

Will GM be a better company after bankruptcy?
Yes No

Will Lance Armstrong win the Tour de France this year?
Yes No

Should Congress pass another stimulus package to help the economy?
Yes No

Did you watch Michael Jackson's Memorial?
Yes No I Don't Care

Is Canada's health care system better than the U.S. system?
Yes No

How do you view Sarah Palin's decision to resign as governor of Alaska?
Good decision Bad decisions

Would you tour Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch if it were open to tourists?
Yes No

Should anyone who refuses to buy health insurance be fined by the government?
Yes No

What's the best part of the 4th of July?
Family and friends Food Fireworks

Do you know someone who became unemployed in June?
Yes No

Should the U.S. build high-speed passenger rail lines?
Yes No

Have you purchased any fireworks yet?
Yes No Don't plan to buy any

Did Bernie Madoff deserve a 150-year prison sentence?
Yes No

Will gas top $3 per gallon by July 4?
Yes No

Should Fargo residents pay a tax for flood protection?
Yes No

How will you remember Michael Jackson?
Music superstar Troubled individual Both

What's your opinion of the $680 billion military budget?
Too high Too low Just right

Should S.C. Gov. Mark Sanford resign after secretly flying to Argentina to meet his mistress?
Yes No

Would you vote to confirm Sonia Sotomayor as a Supreme Court justice?
Yes No

Will you take advantage of the government-backed "cash for clunkers" program?
Yes No

What do you think of the salaries for the presidents of N.D.'s universities?
Too low Too high Just right

What's the best gift you've gotten for Father's Day?
Tie Power tool Time with your family

Do you approve of the "cash for clunkers" voucher plan for old automobiles?
Yes No

Should President Obama have extended some benefits to same sex partners of Federal employees?
Yes No

Should NASA continue with unmanned missions to the moon?
Yes No

Should Iran hold a new presidential election?
Yes No It won't matter

How should Ward County solve its space problem?
Lease an existing building Build a new building Do nothing

Which political party has better ethics?
Democrats Republicans

Do you approve of the city's aerial spraying plan for mosquitoes?
Yes No

Should everyone – including county employees – go through security at the Ward County Courthouse?
Yes No

Should the FDA have power to regulate cigarette nicotine levels and advertising for tobacco products?
Yes No

Should health care benefits be taxed?
Yes No

Do you think Brett Favre will sign with the Vikings this week?
Yes No Don't care

Do you think the price of oil will hit $100 a barrel in 2009?
Yes No

Should any followers of Charles Manson ever be released from prison?
Yes No

Who will win the NBA championship?
L.A. Lakers Orlando Magic

Do you agree with President Obama that America is not at war with Islam?
Yes No

Do you think President Obama's trip to the Middle East is a good idea?
Yes No

Do you think Osama Bin Laden is still alive?
Yes No

Will you follow Minot's voluntary lawn-watering schedule?
Yes No

The federal government will soon own part of GM. Is that a good thing?
Yes No

Does the U.S. need better computer security?
Yes No

Are you in favor of a city plan limiting lawn watering in Minot?
Yes No

Who do you like better: Jay Leno or Conan O'Brien?
Leno O'Brien Neither

Do you agree with Minnesota forcing a 13-year-old boy to have chemotherapy?
Yes No

Should visitors to national parks be allowed to carry firearms?
Yes No

Do you approve of President Obama's selection of Judge Sonia Sotomayor to be the next U.S. Supreme Court justice?
Yes No

The recent rise in oil prices is:
Good for N.D. Bad for drivers Both

Will you or did you attend a Memorial Day service today?
Yes No

Should the practice of "waterboarding" be considered torture?
Yes No

Will you travel more or less than average this year for Memorial Day?
More Less Not at all

Should the U.S. close the prison at Guatanamo Bay?
Yes No

Should Nancy Pelosi resign as Speaker of the House?
Yes No

Would you pay more for a vehicle that gets better gas mileage?
Yes No

How would you rate the performance of airlines?
Getting better Getting worse Staying the same

Do you recycle your yard waste for compost?
Yes No

Should the Washington Redskins be forced to change their name and mascot?
Yes No

Was it worth the estimated $1 billion to fix the Hubble Space telescope?
Yes No

Should the government release all photos of alleged abuse of detainees?
Yes No

Should President Obama nominate a woman to fill the vacancy on the Supreme Court?
Yes No

Do you agree with the decision to let Miss California Carrie Prejean keep her title?
Yes No Don't care

Will Congress pass health care reform in 2009?
Yes No

What do you think of President Obama's budget request for $130 billion for war?
Too high Too low About right

Should all of N.D. be in the same time zone?
Yes No

What should be done with Minot's cemetery vandals?
Clean the mess Fined Jail time All of the above

What do you think of the 50-game suspension of Manny Ramirez?
Too short Too long Just right

Should the Vikings sign Brett Favre to be their quarterback for 2009?
Yes No

How would you grade the 2009 N.D. Legislature?
A B C D F

Should Notre Dame have invited President Obama to speak at its graduation ceremony?
Yes No

Has your concern over swine flu eased?
Yes No

Do you believe the latest Alex Rodriguez steroid allegations?
Yes No Don't care

Should Congress be involved in discussions of a college football playoff system?
Yes No

Do you think Chrysler will survive after filing bankruptcy?
Yes No

How would you rate President Obama's speech marking his 100th day in office?
Excellent Average Poor

Were you surprised by Sen. Arlen Specter's switch from the Republican Party to the Democrat Party?
Yes No

How concerned are you about swine flu?
Not at all A little bit A lot

Should marijuana be legal for medical use?
Yes No

Which social network site do you prefer?
Facebook MySpace I don't use either one

Is torture every acceptable to gain information from suspected terrorists?
Yes No

Wednesday marks the 100th day President Obama has been in office. Do you approve or disapprove of his leadership so far?
Approve Disapprove

It's officially the Mouse River, but it's also known as the Souris River. Which name do you prefer?
Mouse River Souris River

Should Internet gambling be legalized?
Yes No

Should state employees in N.D. get a 5 percent raise?
Yes No

Will the 2009 Legislature finish on time?
Yes No

How much should be spent on a new State Fair grandstand?
$5 million $9 million $15 million

Should N.D. build a horse slaughterhouse?
Yes No

If you get a tax refund, what will you do with it?
Save it Spend it

Is President Obama's goal of 1 million plug-in cars on the road by 2015 realistic?
Yes No

Have you filed your income taxes yet?
Yes No

Was the U.S.'s military response to the latest pirate incident justified?
Yes No

Has anyone in your family had the flu this season?
Yes No

Should President Obama have bowed to Saudi Arabian leaders?
Yes No

Should students be allowed to keep guns in university campus apartments and parking lots?
Yes No

Should the government allow GM, Chrysler to go bankrupt?
Yes No

Should N.D. students be required to read the Constitution, Bill of Rights and Declaration of Independence?
Yes No

When will the economy begin to recover?
Spring Summer Fall

What do you think of Gov. John Hoeven's selection of Doug Goehring as N.D. ag commissioner?
Approve Disapprove

Who got the better deal in the Jay Cutler trade?
Denver Broncos Chicago Bears

Who's to blame in the Fox TV/Midcontinent Communications dispute?
Fox TV Midcontinent Both

Should Fargo build permanent flood protection?
Yes No

Should N.D. continue to have a mountain lion hunting season?
Yes No

Do you plan to volunteer to help local flood efforts?
Yes No

Should the president have the authority to ask the head of a private company to resign?
Yes No

Should the government let struggling auto companies fail?
Yes No

Did global warming contribute to this year's Red River Valley flood?
Yes No

Did you buy flood insurance this year?
Yes No

Do you know anyone who has been displaced by flooding in the state?
Yes No

Should the N.D. Legislature recess until flooding concerns are resolved?
Yes No

Should kindergarten be mandatory in North Dakota?
Yes No

Should Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner resign?
Yes No

Should AIG executives give back their bonuses?
Yes No

Should Gov. Hoeven sign a law that bans the sale of bottlerockets?
Yes No

Should smoking be banned on N.D. university campuses?
Yes No

Have the recent stock market gains boosted your confidence in the economy?
Not at all A little bit A lot

Should 16-year-olds be able to donate blood without parental consent?
Yes No

Should the Minnesota Vikings trade for quarterback Jay Cutler?
Yes No

How many games will the NDSU basketball team win in the NCAA tournament?
None One Two 3 or more

Should the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence be required reading in high school?
Yes No

Should N.D. ban smoking in vehicles when children are riding in them?
Yes No

Did Minot get its money's worth after investing $2.7 million in Sykes?
Yes No

Should N.D. fine the parents of truants?
Yes No

Who should Gov. John Hoeven appoint to replace Ag Commissioner Roger Johnson?
A Democrat A Republican

Should federal money be used for stem cell research?
Yes No

Would you want your favorite NFL team to sign Terrell Owens?
Yes No I don't have a favorite team

Should UND change its Fighting Sioux nickname?
Yes No

Should N.D. build a horse slaughter plant?
Yes No

Should the names of applicants for N.D. university president positions be kept secret until semifinalists are selected?
Yes No

Do you agree with a proposed law to exempt clothing from the state's 5 percent sales tax?
Yes No

How would you rate your concerns about flooding in the Minot area this year?
Low Moderate Serious

The Dow Jones fell below the 7,000 level on Monday. What's next?
It will rebound It will slide below 6,000

Should drivers be charged per mile driven instead of paying a gas tax?
Yes No

President Obama says U.S. combat in Iraq will end by Aug. 31, 2010. Is that . . .
Too soon Too late

Should the Legislature abolish property taxes in N.D.?
Yes No

Should the District of Columbia have voting members of Congress?
Yes No

How do you rate President Obama's speech to Congress?
Good Bad Didn't watch the speech

Should N.D. split into 3 divisions for high school volleyball and basketball?
Yes No

Should the Postal Service be allowed to reduce delivery to 5 days a week?
Yes No

Should N.D. build a new $31.7 million veterans home?
Yes No

Should North Dakotans be allowed to carry concealed weapons on college campuses?
Yes No

What grade would you give the 2009 Legislature so far?
A B C D F

Should North Dakota continue to allow smoking in bars?
Yes No

Should N.D. have identical blood-alcohol limits for drivers, boaters, hunters and snowmobilers?
Yes No

Do you agree with President Obama's decision to send 12,000 more troops to Afghanistan?
Yes No

Should N.D. raise the fines for traffic offenses?
Yes No

Have you had the flu this winter?
Yes No

If your employer paid you, would you quit smoking?
Yes No I don't smoke

What's the best way to spend Valentine's Day?
A night out A night in

Are you superstitious about Friday the 13th?
Yes No

How confident are you that the stimulus package will work?
Not at all confident Somewhat confident Very confident

Which incident is worse?
Alex Rodriguez taking steroids Michael Phelps smoking pot

Alex Rodriguez has admitted taking steroids. Was the news:
Shocking Disappointing Expected

Do you agree with the 3-month suspension given to Michael Phelps for smoking marijuana?
Yes No

Should N.D. ban the sale of bottle rockets?
Yes No

Should N.D.'s vehicle license plates be redesigned?
Yes No

Should President Obama have set limits on executive pay?
Yes No

Who should set college tuition rates in N.D.?
State Board of Higher Education Legislature

Do your children take a daily vitamin?
Yes No I don't have children

Should Tom Daschle be approved as Secretary of Health and Human Services?
Yes No

Should police be able to stop a driver in N.D. for not wearing a seat belt?
Yes No

Where do you plan to watch the Super Bowl today?
At home At a party I'm not watching the game

Who will win Super Bowl XLIII?
Arizona Cardinals Pittsburgh Steelers

To save money, should the U.S. Postal Service cut mail delivery to 5 days a week?
Yes No

Should Congress pass President Obama's $825 billion stimulus bill?
Yes No

Should Timothy Geithner have been confirmed as Treasury Secretary?
Yes No

How often should the N.D. Legislature meet?
Every 2 years Every year

If you live outside of Minot, are your roads clear of snow?
Yes No

Is a $100 fine and 2 license penalty points a fair penalty if you are caught texting while driving?
Too high Too low Just right

Should the U.S. close the detention center at Guantanamo Bay?
Yes No

Was President Obama right to freeze the wage of any White House employee making more than $100,000 per year?
Yes No

Should the Legislature pass a bill requiring NDSU and UND to play a football game against each other every year?
Yes No

Which issue should President Obama address first?
War Economy

Was the Beulah school board right to ban the book "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil?"
Yes No

Do you plan to watch Barack Obama's inauguration ceremony?
Yes No

Should the state build a new governor's residence?
Yes No

Who will win Sunday's NFL title games?
Steelers (AFC) Ravens (AFC) Eagles (NFC) Cardinals (NFC)

Should 17-year-olds be able to donate blood without parental consent?
Yes No

Does N.D. need a state law regulating how many fishing poles one person can use?
Yes No

Should N.D. ban cell phone use while driving?
Yes No

Have you cleaned snow off your roof yet this year?
Yes - more than once No

Should the city build a parking ramp in downtown Minot?
Yes No

Should N.D. change a law that requires pharmacists to be majority owners of pharmacies?
Yes No

What grade would you give N.D.'s education system?
A B C D F

This year, have you been ice fishing more or less than last year?
More Less I don't go ice fishing

Should Ward County lease or buy the Midwest Federal Building?
Lease Buy Neither

What's your prediction for the oil industry in N.D. in 2009?
It will expand It will slow down

Al Franken's victory in the Minnesota senate race is:
Good news Bad news

Will Barack Obama's plan to overhaul the nation's infrastructure jump-start the economy?
Yes No

Would you support a law banning smoking in a vehicle if anyone under 16 was inside?
Yes No

Do you shop at more thrift stores than you used to?
Yes No