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May 2008
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Do you think the federal government should open up the strategic oil reserves? ...While campaigning in Oregon, Democrat Barack Obama surpassed rival Hillary Clinton in the superdelegate count over the weekend. Should Hillary Clinton remove herself from the presidential race? ...A Silverton, Oregon restaurant Owner does not allow children under 6 in his Thai restaurant. He says the kids disrupt the atmosphere. Do you think restaurants should be allowed to exclude small children? ...What do you think about drilling for oil in Alaska as a means to deal with soaring gas prices? ...What will you do with your tax rebate check? ...Do you think cameras in public parks are an invasion of privacy? ...NBA owners voted to approve the Sonics relocation to Oklahoma City, pending litigation. Former owner and Starbucks CEO, Howard Schultz announced he plans to sue Sonics' chairman, Clay Bennett for breach of contract, in a move to keep the team in Seattle. Do you think Howard Schultz has a case? ...A Western Washington inventor has come up with a way for police to better identify bullets, by using a tiny code printed at the base of the bullet and casing. Do you think a coding system on bullets infringes on gun owner's rights? Many Americans oppose China hosting the Olympic games because of its human rights record and its recent crackdown on Tibet. Do you think the United States of America should boycott the opening ceremonies at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing? ...Seattle Mayor Greg Nickels announced that next year answering either paper or plastic will cost you 20 cents per bag in Seattle grocery, drug and convenience stores. Do you think people should be charged for using disposable bags at stores? ...Since the Sonics aren't gone yet, do you think it's too soon to start talking about attracting NBA and NHL expansion teams to Seattle? ...An Oregon City couple, who practices Faith Healing, was charged with manslaughter charges in the death of their 15-month-old daughter after the state medical examiner concluded she could have been saved with simple antibiotics. Do you think Parents should be prosecuted for refusing life-saving treatment for their children? ...The small town of Willamina, Oregon is considering a proposal that would allow police officers to stop and question anyone they think is in the country illegally. Do you think Washington state should modify its anti-smoking law to allow smoking at cigar shops, former cigar lounges and private halls and clubs? How do you feel about the U.S. entering its sixth year in Iraq? ...The city of Greenleaf, ID has an ordinance that encourages homeowners to have and know how to use a firearm. Do you think city leaders should encourage gun ownership to protect life and property? ...Is the price of gasoline tempting you to drive less? How long could you live without driving your car? ...Experts say pet monkey in Spokane that bit three people had to be put down so it can be tested for rabies. Some Workers at Spokanimal disagree with the decision. Do you believe Chico the Monkey should have been put down? ...A new website called RankMyCop.com allows citizens to review and rank individual police officers. Do you think this is a useful too? Does it compromise police officers? ...Oklahoma City Residents approved a sales tax increase to renovate their arena. It could send a message to the NBA the city is ready for a Professional Basketball team. Do you think this is the beginning of the end of the Sonics in Seattle? ...The Pentagon awarded a $40 Billion tanker deal to Northrop Grumman and the maker of Airbus planes defeating Boeing's bid to build the tankers in Everett, WA. Do you think the selection process was fair? What do think the fallout from this decision will be? ...Do you think the books "The Joy of Sex" and "The Joy of Gay Sex" belong in public libraries? ...Many people across the Northwest recycle or give up driving to help the environment. Do you feel too much pressure to go green? ...Drunk drivers in Washington state could soon have their own Scarlet Letter in the form of a fluorescent yellow license plate. Do you think drivers convicted of DUI should have fluorescent lic... Several hundred people rallied at the Oregon state Capitol to protest pending legislation that would require proof of legal residence to get an Oregon driver's license. Oregon is one of only a handful of states that does not require such proof. Should you have to show proof of legal residence to get a driver's license? ... |