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Do you have or are you considering getting solar panels for your home?
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852 Votes

Do you have or are you considering getting solar panels for your home?

YES

3

NO

7

YES

3 Comments
sharder8
3
sharder8

I've considered it . . . but, the cost vs. efficiency makes it highly unlikely. At this point in life, taking out a $60,000+ loan to save maybe $3,000 a year is stupid.

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Christena
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Christena

Would love it, process is a bit daunting though

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DeBacker Melis
0
DeBacker Melis

We have them and we are happy we're helping just a little bit..

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NO

7 Comments
Gabe West
1
Gabe West

It costs too much money and won't save you much

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den b
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den b

At my age (75) not cost effective.

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k san
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k san

Don't have them, but did seriously consider them this past summer. They're just too much of a cash outlay upfront, even with the fed and state subsidies, It takes too many years to recoup the outlay.

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Larry Ewart
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Larry Ewart

Was told I would have to live in my present home close to 10 years before reaping any real benefits.

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Sussie Due
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Sussie Due

Waaaaaaaay too expensive.

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Should the government fully fund mental health treatment for veterans?
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218 Votes

Should the government fully fund mental health treatment for veterans?

Yes

5

No

0

Yes

5 Comments
Laura Murphey
2
Laura Murphey

I am a veteran with PTSD, I need a little extra help emotionally. Sometimes I dial 988 - the veteran's suicide hotline, and speak to someone who really cares. I get fantastic help at the Bend VA and their Community Cares partners. All supported by you, and received gratefully by so many in need. Thx

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Sarah Bear
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Sarah Bear

Why tf is this even a question… people who have sacrificed their mental health (at the very least) deserve free accessible mental health services.

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Steven Huillet
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Steven Huillet

Should have been doing this all along!

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Dianne Price
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Dianne Price

Vets should always get the help they need.

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No

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Does the wilderness permit system make you more or less likely to visit?
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240 Votes

Does the wilderness permit system make you more or less likely to visit?

More likely

1

Less Likely

8

More likely

1 Comment
No one has commented yet

Less Likely

8 Comments
Dieter Heinzer
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Dieter Heinzer

I don't want to plan ahead that much - prefer the spontaneous outings.

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Marcus Ainsworth
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Marcus Ainsworth

so we need a permit to walk in the woods now. What's next?

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Jake M
Jake M

Definition of wilderness : a tract or region uncultivated and uninhabited by human beings. When too many humans occupy an area it ceases to be wilderness.

Duane Wyman
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Duane Wyman

Your question really needs to address wilderness camping as that activity impacts greatly the wilderness landscape. Day, permits, visits are far less destructive to the Three Sisters Wilderness and easier to obtain.

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Latterdaysaint
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Latterdaysaint

Your already paying for high gas prices to get there

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Steven Daniels
Steven Daniels

"Your" already paying? Did you think the price of gas included admission to wherever "you're" going? How about Disneyland? "Your" already paying for the gas to go there so it should be free, right? Maybe if you fly they should pay you?

Latterdaysaint
Latterdaysaint

Just one more thing you have to pay for

Duane Wyman
Duane Wyman

It is enforced to preserve the overall wilderness experience to benefit all who recreate and obtain a wild connection to Nature.

Duane Wyman
Duane Wyman

Dude, try to hike the Wonderland Trail at MRNP. It is a lottery for dates - good luck.

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