The Docking Institute of Public Affairs is a social research center sponsored by and housed on the campus of Fort Hays State University. The mission is to provide cutting-edge research services, promote democracy and a well-informed electorate. The most valuable contribution to this goal is the annual, statewide public opinion survey, Kansas Speaks according to a recent press release.
Here are Kansas Speaks survey highlights:
- Most Kansans feel the state is “excellent” or “very good” place to live.
- In regard to President Obama, 60% disapprove of his job performance.
- 46% disapprove of Senator Pat Roberts’ performance.
- 50% disapprove of Governor Sam Brownback’s performance.
- Half of respondents say they want lower taxes and spending.
- 54% say they believe the drought and severe storms were due exclusively or mostly to natural causes.
- 59% of respondents want to criminalize possession or consumption of marijuana in Kansas as a misdemeanor felony.
More questions, responses, and further details are available from the Docking Institute of Public Affairs at Fort Hays State University.