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Do you think a new policy to address bullying will be impactful at Columbia Public Schools?
196 7
Do you think a new policy to address bullying will be impactful at Columbia Public Schools?
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Should the Columbia Police Department use the old IBM building for a new headquarters?
223 0
Should the Columbia Police Department use the old IBM building for a new headquarters?
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Are you avoiding graduation crowds in Columbia this weekend?
185 2
Are you avoiding graduation crowds in Columbia this weekend?
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Should the Columbia City Council approve an ordinance to keep people off medians?
463 5
Should the Columbia City Council approve an ordinance to keep people off medians?
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Are Columbia city officials doing the right things to reduce violent crime?
366 4
Are Columbia city officials doing the right things to reduce violent crime?
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Should the City of Columbia be investigated for DEI-related policies?
501 6
Should the City of Columbia be investigated for DEI-related policies?
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Did the dreary weather ruin your Memorial Day weekend?
135 2
Did the dreary weather ruin your Memorial Day weekend?
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Should Columbia continue curbside recycling even though it's going to the landfill?
270 7
Should Columbia continue curbside recycling even though it's going to the landfill?
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Has gun violence changed the way you see Columbia?
585 10
Has gun violence changed the way you see Columbia?
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Should there be new limits on contributions to local political campaigns?
161 0
Should there be new limits on contributions to local political campaigns?
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Should protesters be arrested and deported?
458 8
Should protesters be arrested and deported?
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Are you sad to see the Sub Shop close?
329 6
Are you sad to see the Sub Shop close?
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Are you happy with the Columbia City Council's approval of Flock security cameras?
345 5
Are you happy with the Columbia City Council's approval of Flock security cameras?
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Did you go to any Juneteenth events on Wednesday?
265 1
Did you go to any Juneteenth events on Wednesday?
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Do you have concerns about roll cart storage in Columbia?
182 5
Do you have concerns about roll cart storage in Columbia?
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Should Columbia Public Schools use weapons detection systems?
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294 Votes

Should Columbia Public Schools use weapons detection systems?

Yes

1

No

3

Yes

1 Comment
Max DeYoung
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Max DeYoung

The answer is obvious and needs no explanations.

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No

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Mike Terry
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Mike Terry

The technology doesn't work. My kid gets pulled out everyday, and tells me that kids brag about what they get through. Why should we pay $$$ to help an AI company train their crappy software?

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Mike Terry
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Mike Terry

The technology doesn't work. My kid gets pulled out everyday, and tells me that kids brag about what they get through. Why should we pay $$$ to help an AI company train their crappy software?

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Are you going to see the Veterans United holiday light display?
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12/25/2023

Are you going to see the Veterans United holiday light display?

49%
Yes

0

51%
No WINNER

0

49%
Yes

The display draws large crowds each night and will last through Dec. 17.
The display draws large crowds each night and will last through Dec. 17. Show Less
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51%
No

Some might avoid the display because of how many people are drawn to it.
Some might avoid the display because of how many people are drawn to it. Show Less
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No one has commented yet
Did Columbia make the right choice for police chief?
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11/30/2023

Did Columbia make the right choice for police chief?

69%
Yes WINNER

1

31%
No

3

69%
Yes

New chief Jill Schlude is a longtime member of the department, including years in its upper ranks.
New chief Jill Schlude is a longtime member of the department, including years in its upper ranks. Show Less
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Don A Reed
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Don A Reed

When the Army needs a new general they don't interview outside the Army. Great choice city council.

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Fat Guy Outdoors
Fat Guy Outdoors

That made zero sense, the Army is worldwide they bring someone in from another command. So they get fresh ideas, break complacency and to energize the command. Things must have changed a lot since you was in. I spent 22 years in the Army and never seen it

31%
No

She's the second straight chief to be promoted from within.
She's the second straight chief to be promoted from within. Show Less
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Terrence Goehringer
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Terrence Goehringer

we have a huge problem with crime and shootings in columbia. i think the new police chief is part of the problem and does not bring any new ideas or expertise to the dept.

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Nathan Butler
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Nathan Butler

When racially disparate stops continue to go up, it's time to shake up leadership as doing more of the same just guarantees more racist practices.

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