Polls | Southeast Missourian newspaper, Cape Girardeau, MO

What is the best month for a summer vacation?

May June July August

In light of the calls on Joe Biden to step aside in his re-election bid, who do you think will be the Democratic Party’s nominee for president in 2024?

Joe Biden Kamala Harris Gavin Newsom Michelle Obama Other

Last month, the surgeon general called for new warning labels on social media platforms stating that “social media is associated with significant mental health harms for adolescents.” Do you think social media platforms should come with a warning label?

Yes No Undecided

What’s your level of interest in the summer Olympic games?

Big fan. I’ll watch as much as I can and read coverage. I enjoy them and watch/read some, but I wouldn’t call myself an avid fan. I’m only tangentially paying attention. The Olympics are this year?

Who won the presidential debate?

Joe Biden Donald Trump No clear winner

Should the state of Missouri provide taxpayer-funded incentives to keep the Chiefs and Royals in Missouri?

Yes No Undecided

What is the best summertime vacation destination?

Somewhere with water Theme park Big city Couch/recliner Other

Do you believe local elections in Southeast Missouri are free and fair? (relates to front page story)

Yes No Undecided

What is the best summertime water fun?

Lake/river Swimming pool Water park Ocean Whatever water is on TV in the air conditioning

Do you agree with the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that declared unconstitutional a ban on so-called "bump stocks", components that make a semi-automatic rifle capable of firing hundreds of rounds per minute?

Yes No Undecided

What is the best summer job for a teenager?

Mowing lawns Lifeguarding Babysitting Working in a retail environment/restaurant Other

A “heat dome” is hovering over the U.S. West and Southwest. Which weather extreme is the worst?

Summer heat, humidity Freezing winter cold Spring/fall severe storms All of the above

Should President Joe Biden replace vice-president Kamala Harris as his running mate?

Yes No. No opinion.

A jury of 12 New Yorkers found former President Trump guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover up a sex scandal before the 2016 election. Does their decision make you more or less likely to vote for Donald Trump in 2024?

I was already dead-set against Trump. I was already solidly in support of him. It’s made me less likely to vote for him. It’s made me more likely to vote for him.

Who is most to blame for failure to pass border reform?

President Biden Former President Donald Trump Congressional Republicans Congressional Democrats

Which country’s leadership is the most dangerous?

Iran China Russia North Korea

The NFL is adding more streaming exclusive games this year. Are you OK with the NFL broadcasting more games exclusively on streaming platforms instead of over-the-air or basic cable stations?

Yes. If people want to watch it, let them pay for it. Yes, for the regular season. Not for the playoffs. No. All the games should be on over-the-air stations. No. All the games should be on over-the-air or cable stations. I don’t care.

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump recently agreed to debate on June 27 and Sept. 10, going outside the Commission on Presidential Debates. Who do you think stands to benefit more politically from participating in the debates?

Biden Trump Both will benefit from it. Neither will benefit. Undecided

Missouri’s professional sports franchises have publicly supported legal sports gambling in the state. Do you?

Yes No Undecided

With the opening of the Cape Aquatic Center (formerly called Central Pool), the opening of Cape Splash for the summer season, and the ongoing use of the Jefferson Pool, do you plan to use any of the local water parks in the next six months?

Yes No Undecided