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Today's Question Blog

Do Afghanistan’s future prospects justify the expenditure of American lives and resources?

Classified diplomatic documents circulated last week describe an Afghan government beset by corruption at the highest levels. Today’s Question: Do Afghanistan’s future prospects justify the expenditure of American lives and resources?
by Eric Ringham

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Do you find the possibility of life beyond earth comforting, or alarming?

Scientists have announced that the universe contains more stars than they had thought … and that life can exist in more environments than they had thought possible. Today’s Question: Do you find the possibility of life beyond earth comforting, or alarming?
by Eric Ringham

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Would you support an expansion of gambling in the Twin Cities?

Tight state finances appear likely to prompt efforts to build a new casino or create other gambling options for the Twin Cities area. Today’s Question: Would you support an expansion of gambling in the Twin Cities?
by Eric Ringham

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What federal program or expenditure that you use would you be willing to cut?

A White House commission on reducing the federal deficit releases its report today. President Obama has warned that cutting the deficit will mean “broad sacrifice.” Today’s Question: What federal program or expenditure that you use would you be willing to cut?
by Eric Ringham

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Is it fair to freeze the pay of federal workers?

President Obama has frozen federal employees’ pay for two years to fight the deficit, but union officials say the freeze won’t help much and unfairly hurts working people. Today’s Question: Is it fair to freeze the pay of federal workers?
by Eric Ringham

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Is the defense of South Korea a vital U.S. interest?

After the exchange of artillery fire between North and South Korea last week, President Obama reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to South Korea’s defense. Today’s Question: Is the defense of South Korea a vital U.S. interest?
by Eric Ringham

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Are you more likely to spend money this holiday season than last?

The day after Thanksgiving is considered the most important shopping day of the year and the start of the holiday shopping season. Today’s Question: Are you more likely to spend money this holiday season than last?
by Eric Ringham

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What Thanksgiving dish is special to your family?

Historical documents suggest that the feast in 1621 which inspired traditional Thanksgiving meals in America included poultry, venison, fish and corn. Today’s Question: What Thanksgiving dish is special to your family?
by Eric Ringham

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