2. What problems are you and your family facing during the current economic recession? (Mark all that apply)
Job loss
Cut in pay
Lack health insurance
Unable to sell/buy homes
Reduced credit access
Other (Please Specify):  
No effect

3. What is the best thing the state government could do to improve the economy?
Borrow money to fund construction projects
Reduce business taxes and regulations to encourage entrepreneurs to create new jobs
Raise taxes in order to better fund and/or expand state government programs
Reduce income taxes so individuals and families can keep more of their money to help afford rising costs for basic needs

4. The state currently bases its spending on projected revenue amounts. Should the state change its budgeting process to match its spending with actual revenue received?
Yes
No

5. If Minnesota faces another $1 billion budget deficit or more in 2010, what should be a higher priority to solve this problem?
Raising taxes
Limiting state government spending and implementing reforms

6. Do you support moving toward a single-payer, government run health care system?
Yes
No

7. Given the national health care reform proposals, are you concerned that the outcome may increase cost and/or limit access to medical care?
Yes
No

8. Should the Legislature allow consumers to purchase approved health care insurance across state lines?
Yes
No

9. Would you support tying education funding and teacher pay to student achievement and improvement?
Yes
No
Undecided/Need More Info

10. Should the state assist in funding the construction of a new Minnesota Vikings stadium?
Yes
No

11. If you answered Yes in the previous question, what funding options are most attractive?
Statewide sales tax
Local sales tax
Fan tax applied specifically to goods and services purchased by football fans
Expand racino gaming
Direct proceeds from a specific lottery game
Remodel the Metrodome

12. The legislature continues to look for ways to end our dependence on foreign oil, while promoting environmentally friendly energy sources like renewable fuels. Do you favor Minnesota’s continued promotion of renewable homegrown fuels?
Yes
No

13. Should Minnesotans be required to provide photo identification as a requirement for voting?
Yes
No