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How important are the following principles or values to democracy in general? - [Field-statement1]
How important are the following principles or values to democracy in general? - [Field-statement2]
How important are the following principles or values to democracy in general? - [Field-statement3]
How important are the following principles or values to democracy in general? - [Field-statement4]
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Government officials are legally sanctioned for misconduct
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Government officials do not use public office for private gain
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Government agencies are not used to monitor, attack, or punish political opponents
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - All adult citizens enjoy the same legal and political rights
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Government does not interfere with journalists or news organizations
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Government effectively prevents private actors from engaging in politically-motivated violence or intimidation
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Government protects individuals’ right to engage in unpopular speech or expression
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Political competition occurs without criticism of opponents’ loyalty or patriotism
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Elections are free from foreign influence
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Parties and candidates are not barred due to their political beliefs and ideologies
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - All adult citizens have equal opportunity to vote
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - All votes have equal impact on election outcomes
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Elections are conducted, ballots counted, and winners determined without pervasive fraud or manipulation
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Executive authority cannot be expanded beyond constitutional limits
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - The legislature is able to effectively limit executive power
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - The judiciary is able to effectively limit executive power
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - The elected branches respect judicial independence
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Voter participation in elections is generally high
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Information about the sources of campaign funding is available to the public
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Public policy is not determined by large campaign contributions
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Citizens can make their opinions heard in open debate about policies that are under consideration
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - The geographic boundaries of electoral districts do not systematically advantage any particular political party
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Even when there are disagreements about ideology or policy, political leaders generally share a common understanding of relevant facts
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Elected officials seek compromise with political opponents
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Citizens have access to information about candidates that is relevant to how they would govern
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Government protects individuals’ right to engage in peaceful protest
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Law enforcement investigations of public officials or their associates are free from political influence or interference
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Government statistics and data are produced by experts who are not influenced by political considerations.
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - The law is enforced equally for all persons.
How well do the following statements describe the United States as of today? - Incumbent politicians who lose elections publicly concede defeat.
On a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 is least democratic and 100 is most democratic, how would you rate the political system of the United States as of today? - United States today
Now we'd like to ask you a question about democracy in your state. In which state is the academic institution where you work located? This information will not be used to identify you.
Now using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, how would you rate the political system of [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices]? You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. - [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] today
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Alabama
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Alaska
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Arizona
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Arkansas
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: California
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Colorado
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Connecticut
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Delaware
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Florida
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Georgia
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Hawaii
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Idaho
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Illinois
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Indiana
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Iowa
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Kansas
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Kentucky
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Louisiana
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Maine
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Maryland
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Massachusetts
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Michigan
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Minnesota
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Mississippi
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Missouri
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Montana
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Nebraska
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Nevada
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: New Hampshire
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: New Jersey
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: New Mexico
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: New York
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: North Carolina
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: North Dakota
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Ohio
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Oklahoma
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Oregon
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Pennsylvania
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Rhode Island
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: South Carolina
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: South Dakota
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Tennessee
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Texas
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Utah
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Vermont
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Viriginia
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Washington
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: West Virigina
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Wisconsin
Next, still thinking about the performance of democracy at the state level, we'd like please name the states where, in your opinion, the quality of state-level democracy is highest and lowest. You can name up to two high-performing states and two low-performing states. Select the name of each state. Highest: Wyoming
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Alabama
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Alaska
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Arizona
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Arkansas
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - California
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Colorado
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Connecticut
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Delaware
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Florida
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Georgia
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Hawaii
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Idaho
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Illinois
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Indiana
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Iowa
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Kansas
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Kentucky
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Louisiana
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Maine
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Maryland
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Massachusetts
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Michigan
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Minnesota
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Mississippi
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Missouri
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Montana
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Nebraska
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Nevada
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - New Hampshire
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - New Jersey
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - New Mexico
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - New York
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - North Carolina
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - North Dakota
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Ohio
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Oklahoma
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Oregon
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Pennsylvania
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Rhode Island
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - South Carolina
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - South Dakota
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Tennessee
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Texas
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Utah
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Vermont
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Viriginia
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Washington
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - West Virigina
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Wisconsin
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1]. You selected [QID472-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) high-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Wyoming
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Alabama
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Alaska
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Arizona
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Arkansas
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - California
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Colorado
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Connecticut
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Delaware
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Florida
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Georgia
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Hawaii
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Idaho
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Illinois
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Indiana
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Iowa
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Kansas
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Kentucky
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Louisiana
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Maine
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Maryland
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Massachusetts
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Michigan
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Minnesota
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Mississippi
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Missouri
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Montana
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Nebraska
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Nevada
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - New Hampshire
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - New Jersey
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - New Mexico
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - New York
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - North Carolina
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - North Dakota
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Ohio
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Oklahoma
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Oregon
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Pennsylvania
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Rhode Island
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - South Carolina
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - South Dakota
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Tennessee
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Texas
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Utah
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Vermont
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Viriginia
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Washington
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - West Virigina
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Wisconsin
You rated the political system of the United States today as [QID520-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1] and [QID300-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as [QID302-ChoiceNumericEntryValue-1].      You selected [QID475-ChoiceGroup-SelectedChoices] as (a) low-performing state(s). Using the same 0 to 100 scale as previously, rate the performance of democracy in each one. - Wyoming
How important is it for you to live in a country that is governed democratically? On this scale where 1 means it is “not at all important” and 10 means “absolutely important,” what position would you choose?
Enlarge House of Representatives  Substantially enlarge the House of Representatives through federal legislation to make it and the Electoral College more representative of the nation’s population.
Ranked-choice voting   Introduce ranked-choice voting in presidential, congressional, and state elections.
Multi-member districts  Repeal the 1967 law that mandates single-member districts for the House so that states have the option to use multi-member districts on the condition that they adopt a non-winner-take-all election model.
Redistricting commissions  Federal legislation requiring fair congressional districts to be determined by state-established independent citizen-redistricting commissions.
Campaign finance regulation  Amend the Constitution to authorize the regulation of election contributions and spending to limit the  undue influence of money in our political system.
Campaign finance transparency  Pass strong campaign-finance disclosure laws in all fifty states that require full transparency for campaign donations, including from 501(c)(4) organizations and private companies.
Public funding of campaigns  Pass “clean election laws” for federal, state, and local elections through mechanisms such as public matching donation systems and democracy vouchers, which amplify the power of small donors.
18-year Supreme Court terms  Establish, through federal legislation, eighteen-year terms for Supreme Court justices with appointments staggered such that one nomination comes up during each term of Congress.
Flexibility on when and how to vote  Give people more choices about where and when they vote, with state-level legislation in all states that supports the implementation of vote centers and early voting.
Election day on national holiday  Change federal election day to Veterans Day to honor the service of veterans and the sacrifices they have made in defense of our constitutional democracy, and to ensure that voting can occur on a day that many people have off from work.
Same-day voter registration  Establish, through state and federal legislation, same-day registration and universal automatic voter registration.
Pre-register young voters  Establish, through state legislation, the preregistration of sixteen- and seventeen-year-olds and provide educational opportunities for them to practice voting as part of the pre-registration process.
Compulsory voting  Establish, through legislation, voting in federal elections to be a requirement of citizenship. All eligible voters would have to participate or submit a valid reason for nonparticipation.
Suffrage for ex-felons  Restore federal and state voting rights to citizens with felony convictions immediately and automatically upon their release from prison.
National popular vote  Change to a system in which the president is elected by direct popular vote, instead of by the Electoral College.
Eliminate filibuster  Change US Senate rules to eliminate the filibuster, allowing a simple majority of senators to bring any proposal to the floor for a vote.
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - President Trump declaring that he had won the election before the race had been called
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - President Trump refusing to concede defeat after being declared loser of the election
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - President Trump refusing to commit before the election to a peaceful transition of power
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - President Trump pressuring Ukraine to investigate Joe Biden
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - President Trump calling the press an “enemy of the people”
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - The Commission on Presidential Debates cancelling the October 15 debate
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - The appointment of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - Pro-Trump protestors storming the U.S. Capitol
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - Trump pressuring Georgia’s Secretary of State to “find” enough votes to overturn the result in that state
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - A majority of Republicans in Congress voting against the certification of Joe Biden’s win in the Electoral College
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - The House of Representatives impeaching President Trump for a second time
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - Violent protests in Portland, Oregon and the creation of the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone in Seattle, Washington
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - Media figures calling for President Trump's removal from office
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - The Supreme Court dismissing President Trump's legal challenges to the election results
In this section of the survey, we ask you to assess the following events and indicate the extent of threat they pose (if any) to the quality and stability of American democracy. - President Trump pardoning Roger Stone, Paul Manafort, and Steve Bannon