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Congressman Sherman Releases Valley Poll Results

March 15, 2010

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) released the results of his Federal Issues Questionnaire. The questionnaire was mailed out to approximately 80,000 households in the San Fernando Valley. Thousands of responses have poured into Congressman Sherman’s Washington, DC office since January of this year.

Congressman Sherman surveyed constituents about various issues including health insurance reform and climate change.

“The survey provides a direct opportunity for Valley residents to share their feelings on important federal issues,” said Congressman Brad Sherman. “Many people hold strong opinions about the issues currently facing Congress. Hearing from Valley residents, helps me better serve them. I want to stay up to date with what Valley residents are saying, so I can continue to fight for their needs in Washington.”

Valley residents who still wish to share their opinions with Congressman Sherman may do so by visiting www.BradSherman.house.gov and fill out the Federal Issues Questionnaire form online.

The results of survey questions follow. Please click here to view charts.

As to Health Insurance ReformPercentage
I support President Obama’s plan with a public option32%
We should adopt a “Single Payer” system and eliminate private health insurance companies20%
I support the Republican alternative24%
I do not support major changes in the law18%
Other/Undecided6%
Which statement best fits your views on abortion?Percentage
I strongly believe abortion should be legal for all women46%
There should be some limits on abortion; for example, girls under 18 should need parental consent24%
Abortion should be illegal except to save the life of the mother25%
I don’t have strong views on abortion3%
Other/Undecided2%
Which Statement best fits your views on global climate change?Percentage
We should not take action, particularly if there are significant costs to consumers or taxpayers39%
We should reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, even if there are substantial costs55%
Other or Undecided6%
Do you strongly support the legislative program of the following organizations?Percentage
National Rifle Association32%
Brady Campaign to Stop Gun Violence37%
AFL-CIO16%
United Teachers Los Angeles (UTLA) or the Burbank Teachers Association21%
American Legion or Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)37%
Humane Society or the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals42%
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)23%
Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare48%
The Sierra Club32%