Spending - SquareOffs

Are you spending more on gifts this Christmas?

Asked by ABC 17 News

238 Votes

Are you spending more on gifts this Christmas?

21%

Yes Yes

79%

No No

21%

Yes

Experts predict spending will be up this year after the pandemic and associated job losses suppressed last year's spending.

Experts predict spending will be up this year after the pandemic and associated job losses suppressed last year's spending. Show Less

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79%

No

However, high inflation means household budgets are strained by higher prices this year.

However, high inflation means household budgets are strained by higher prices this year. Show Less

1 Comment

Max

Saving my money for food, gasoline, and utilities. Let's Go Brandon. I do still have the Christmas Spirit.

Should preschool be free of cost to families?

Asked by ABC 17 News

300 Votes

Should preschool be free of cost to families?

51%

Yes Yes

49%

No No

51%

Yes

President Joe Biden has proposed government funding for two years of preschool for children in his American Families Plan.

President Joe Biden has proposed government funding for two years of preschool for children in his American Families Plan. Show Less

2 Comments

Elizabeth Spalding

Allows for more adults to be in the work force at a much higher and faster rate, which will raise gdp higher than the cost of pre-school.

Samantha

The cost is too much for most families. With free childcare, parents will be able to work and it will free up money for other expenses. Additionally, the early years are the most formative and important and early childhood workers should be acknowledged and compensated for their important work.

49%

No

Most congressional Republicans oppose the spending plan, saying its $1.8 trillion price tag is too large and the tax increases for corporations that will fund it will hurt worke... Show More

Most congressional Republicans oppose the spending plan, saying its $1.8 trillion price tag is too large and the tax increases for corporations that will fund it will hurt workers. Show Less

4 Comments

Max

We are being swallowed by Socialism/ Communism.

Vernon Taylor

Free just means somebody else pays for it.

Judy Bowers

People shouldn't have children they can't afford. Parents should stay home with small children. Having govt in every part of our lives leads to a loss of personal freedom. Big govt is inefficient and expensive. Becoming dependent on govt is a dangerous thing and is a huge leap toward socialism.

Should there be a cap on political ad spending?

Asked by Sai Gohel

179 Votes

Should there be a cap on political ad spending?

80%

Yes, favors the rich Yes, favors the rich

20%

No, it’s fair game No, it’s fair game

80%

Yes, favors the rich

“[Bloomberg] spent $132 million on television advertising; $757,000 in airfare; $3.3 million on polling; and $8.2 million on digital advertising” – NBC News

“[Bloomberg] spent $132 million on television advertising; $757,000 in airfare; $3.3 million on polling; and $8.2 million on digital advertising” – NBC News Show Less

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k san

When PACs can spend wantonly, it means that our elections are being bought by those with the deepest pockets. Is that what we want? The SCOTUS endorsing Citizens United was a supremely BAD decision!

20%

No, it’s fair game

“One of the wealthiest people in the world, Bloomberg can afford it. But it’s still a risky bet, as Bloomberg isn’t on the ballot in any of the first four states.” – NBC News R... Show More

“One of the wealthiest people in the world, Bloomberg can afford it. But it’s still a risky bet, as Bloomberg isn’t on the ballot in any of the first four states.” – NBC News Read the full article from NBC: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/meet-the-press/blog/meet-press-blog-latest-news-analysis-data-driving-political-discussion-n988541/ncrd1128251#blogHeader Show Less

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Spending SquareOffs

Are you spending more on gifts this Christmas?

21% Yes Yes

79% No No

21% Yes

79% No

Should preschool be free of cost to families?

51% Yes Yes

49% No No

51% Yes

49% No