Raleigh, N.C. – While not having formally announced his candidacy for governor, Republican Pat McCrory leads Democratic Gov. Bev Perdue by 20 percent among North Carolina voters, ... Keep Reading
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Civitas Poll: In Potential Matchup, Texas Gov. Rick Perry Ahead of Obama
Raleigh, N.C. – Texas Republican Gov. Rick Perry leads Barack Obama 45 percent to 42 percent among North Carolina voters in a potential presidential matchup, according to a new ... Keep Reading
Civitas Poll: Support for Ending Membership Payroll Deductions
Raleigh, N.C. – Nearly half of North Carolina voters think the state should stop collecting membership dues via payroll deductions dues according to a new poll released today by ... Keep Reading
Civitas Poll: Legislature Should Reinstate Cap on Gas Tax
Raleigh, N.C. – As gas prices remain stubbornly high, an overwhelming majority, 80 percent, of North Carolina voters believe the state legislature and Gov. Beverly Perdue should ... Keep Reading
Civitas Poll: Voters Trust Legislature to Handle Issues over Perdue
Raleigh, N.C. – As the General Assembly and Democratic Gov. Bev Perdue spar over a proposed budget, a new Civitas Institute poll reveals North Carolina voters trust the state ... Keep Reading
Civitas Poll: Voters Unhappy with School Spending Outcomes
Raleigh, N.C. – A new poll released today by the Civitas Institute shows North Carolina voters are dissatisfied with spending on public schools. When told North Carolina spends ... Keep Reading
Civitas Poll: Voter Support for Death Penalty Remains High
Raleigh, N.C. – North Carolina voter support of the death penalty for violent offenders remains high, according to a new poll released today by the Civitas Institute. Seventy ... Keep Reading
Civitas Poll: Voters Reject Tax Hikes, Say Cut Spending
Raleigh, N.C. – Reacting to Democratic Gov. Bev Perdue’s proposed $19.9 billion dollar budget, 70 percent of North Carolina voters support the state House’s proposed budget which ... Keep Reading
Civitas Poll: Over Half of NC Voters Support “Abortion-Woman’s Right To Know Act”
Raleigh, N.C. – Fifty-six percent of North Carolina voters support proposed legislation requiring more information be provided to women before an abortion is performed, according ... Keep Reading
Civitas Poll: Voters Say Raise Taxes in 2011, Pay the Price in 2012
Raleigh, N.C. – Voters say they would be less likely to vote for a legislator in 2012 who voted for a tax increase. As the General Assembly finalizes the 2011-2012 budget proposal, ... Keep Reading