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KCPT Asked by KCPT
8/19/2016

Do political campaign commercials influence your vote?

16%
Yes.

0

84%
No. WINNER

2

16%
Yes.

I prefer to get my information in quick, 30-second bites that get to the heart of the key issues.
I prefer to get my information in quick, 30-second bites that get to the heart of the key issues. Show Less
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84%
No.

The commercials are always too negative and often funded by special interest groups with selfish motiviations. I prefer debates and interviews to get a better sense of the candi... Show More
The commercials are always too negative and often funded by special interest groups with selfish motiviations. I prefer debates and interviews to get a better sense of the candidate. Show Less
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Jacquie Ward
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Jacquie Ward

Most are negative; I would rather hear why I should vote for you as opposed to why I shouldn't vote for your opponent.

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Jeff Perry
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Jeff Perry

I watch them and then fact check them.

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KCPT Asked by KCPT
4/24/2017

Are you willing to pay more in property taxes for infrastructure?

60%
Yes. WINNER

1

40%
No.

1

60%
Yes.

Bridges, roads, sidewalks and flood control are all vital and in need of improvements and failure to upgrade public buildings to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act ... Show More
Bridges, roads, sidewalks and flood control are all vital and in need of improvements and failure to upgrade public buildings to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act leaves the city vulnerable to lawsuits. Show Less
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Roberta Vogel-Leutung
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Roberta Vogel-Leutung

Kansas City Lack Density, and our taxes are very low in comparison to other cities with our geographic size. It's ridiculous to expect world class infrastructure and services without paying for them

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40%
No.

Per capita, Kansas City collects more money than it needs when compared to peer cities, yet we can’t pay our bills. City leadership needs to manage tax dollars more responsibly ... Show More
Per capita, Kansas City collects more money than it needs when compared to peer cities, yet we can’t pay our bills. City leadership needs to manage tax dollars more responsibly instead of putting additional burden on taxpayers. Show Less
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Will Notb
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Will Notb

The city would undoubtedly waste this money, much as they have given what they already bring in through TIF's and other giveaways. When the city proves it can take care of city business FIRST, then consider business/development schemes, I'll reconsider. But for now, no more money.

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KCPT Asked by KCPT
10/21/2016

Should Missouri adopt a prescription drug monitoring program?

54%
Yes...long overdue. WINNER

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46%
No...unnecessary.

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54%
Yes...long overdue.

Missouri is the only state without a prescription drug monitoring program and it is essential to preventing pill shopping and curbing abuse.
Missouri is the only state without a prescription drug monitoring program and it is essential to preventing pill shopping and curbing abuse. Show Less
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46%
No...unnecessary.

Abusers will get the drugs no matter what. I'm more concerned with protecting my privacy.
Abusers will get the drugs no matter what. I'm more concerned with protecting my privacy. Show Less
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