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PAST WEB POLLS
Do you believe positive train control systems are the answer to improving rail safety?
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Yes
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39.4%
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No
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9.1%
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It's only a start
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45.5%
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Not sure
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6.1%
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Which would be the most effective way to screen motorcoach passengers?
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Wand checks
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21.6%
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Airport-style security screenings
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23.5%
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Onboard security guards
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15.7%
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Screening passengers is not necessary
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39.2%
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Are you in favor of borrowing money from the Highway Trust Fund’s mass transit account to make up for lost gas tax revenues to help fund road projects already in the works?
In Georgia, a new law permits licensed gun owners to carry concealed firearms on public transportation systems. Do you feel comfortable allowing passengers with guns on your buses or trains?
Which presidential candidate do you think will have a more positive impact on the mass transit industry?
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Barack Obama
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100%
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John McCain
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0%
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Neither
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0%
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Is the use of a taser by transit police excessive?
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Yes
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26.1%
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No
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39.1%
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Depends on the situation
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34.8%
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Does your transit agency allow passengers to bring their bicycles aboard buses or trains?
In Ohio, TARTA offered citizens free rides in March to vote. Would your operation offer this service for the upcoming presidential elections?
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Yes
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29%
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No
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51.6%
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Maybe
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19.4%
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In Ohio, TARTA offered citizens free rides last week to vote. Would your operation offer this service for the upcoming presidential elections?
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Yes
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37.5%
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No
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12.5%
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Maybe
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50%
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What does your operation plan on doing to go "green" in 2008?
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Build energy efficient, environmentally friendly facilities
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9.1%
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Use alternative fuels in fleet
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54.5%
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Institute/expand recycling programs
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13.6%
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Use alternative energy (solar panels, etc.)
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9.1%
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Use less-polluting products in shops
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13.6%
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