Wisconsin sides with Barack Obama on 53% of issues in the 2012 Presidential election.

Most Important

Do you support the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=5 Obama has a very high passion score of 5 on Healthcare Conviction=5 Obama has a very high conviction score of 5 on Healthcare Source

39% of Wisconsin: Yes

30% of Wisconsin: No

10% of Wisconsin: Yes, I support a majority of the plan but not all aspects

9% of Wisconsin: No, open the markets so insurers can compete across state lines and drive down costs

6% of Wisconsin: No, institute a universal healthcare system

4% of Wisconsin: Yes, institute a mandatory single payer system

3% of Wisconsin: Let each state decide

More Important

Do you believe the theory of Evolution?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Evolution Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Evolution Source

53% of Wisconsin: Yes

15% of Wisconsin: No

9% of Wisconsin: Regardless, all theories should be taught in school

9% of Wisconsin: Yes, and I believe it is a part of Creationism

5% of Wisconsin: Yes, Evolution is a fact

4% of Wisconsin: Up for debate

4% of Wisconsin: Yes, and should be required in public schools

1% of Wisconsin: No, and it should not be taught in public schools

More Important

Should the federal government fund stem cell research?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=2 Obama has a low passion score of 2 on Stem Cell Research Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Stem Cell Research Source

63% of Wisconsin: Yes

15% of Wisconsin: Yes, as long as they are non-fetal stem cells

12% of Wisconsin: No

11% of Wisconsin: No, leave funding and research to the private sector

More Important

Is Global Warming a threat to the environment?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Global Warming Conviction=2 Obama has a low conviction score of 2 on Global Warming Source

61% of Wisconsin: Yes

18% of Wisconsin: No

10% of Wisconsin: Regardless, we should incentivize the private sector to develop cleaner and efficient fuels

5% of Wisconsin: No, global warming and cooling are natural cycles beyond our control

3% of Wisconsin: There is not enough evidence to determine this

2% of Wisconsin: Regardless, we should not devote government resources to prevent it

More Important

Should U.S. National Parks and Forests continue to be preserved and protected by the federal government?

Barack Obama: Yes, and expand the government’s domain to protect more landPassion=3 Obama has a moderate passion score of 3 on National Parks Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on National Parks Source

84% of Wisconsin: Yes

4% of Wisconsin: Let each state determine which areas to protect

4% of Wisconsin: Yes, but allow limited logging, drilling, and mining

2% of Wisconsin: Yes, but allow more public access

2% of Wisconsin: No

2% of Wisconsin: Yes, and expand the government’s domain to protect more land

1% of Wisconsin: No, there is no reason for the government to own so much land

Somewhat Important

Should we expand our offshore oil drilling?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=2 Obama has a low passion score of 2 on Oil Drilling Conviction=2 Obama has a low conviction score of 2 on Oil Drilling Source

39% of Wisconsin: Yes

36% of Wisconsin: No

15% of Wisconsin: Incentivize the private sector to develop alternative forms of energy

4% of Wisconsin: Deregulate and let the free market determine the best energy sources

4% of Wisconsin: No, but maintain our current offshore oil wells

1% of Wisconsin: Nationalize the energy sector

1% of Wisconsin: No, end all offshore oil drilling

Somewhat Important

Should the federal government continue to give tax credits and subsidies to the wind power industry?

Barack Obama: Yes, the wind power industry is an important alternative to coal and natural gasPassion=5 Obama has a very high passion score of 5 on Alternative Engery Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Alternative Engery

54% of Wisconsin: Yes

23% of Wisconsin: No

8% of Wisconsin: Yes, the future of our economy relies on the creation of jobs in sustainable energy

8% of Wisconsin: Yes, the wind power industry is an important alternative to coal and natural gas

5% of Wisconsin: No, the government should leave the energy sector alone and end support for failed technologies

1% of Wisconsin: No, traditional energy sources including oil, coal and nuclear power will be reliable energy sources for many years to come

More Important

Do you believe the 2001 and 2003 George W Bush tax cuts should be extended?

Barack Obama: Extend only for those making less than $250,000Passion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Taxes Conviction=1 Obama has a very low conviction score of 1 on Taxes Source

40% of Wisconsin: No

28% of Wisconsin: Yes

19% of Wisconsin: Extend only for those making less than $250,000

6% of Wisconsin: Reform to a flat tax system

3% of Wisconsin: Abolish the IRS and pass the Fair Tax legislation

2% of Wisconsin: Yes, and enact more across the board cuts to aid all income levels

2% of Wisconsin: Abolish all income taxes

More Important

Should able-bodied, mentally capable adults who receive welfare be required to work?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=2 Obama has a low passion score of 2 on Welfare Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Welfare Source

60% of Wisconsin: Yes

23% of Wisconsin: No, but in order to receive benefits they should be looking for a job or enrolled in education and job training programs

7% of Wisconsin: Yes, adults who receive government benefits should be required to work

4% of Wisconsin: No

3% of Wisconsin: No, but their benefits would expire after two years of unemployment

2% of Wisconsin: Yes, and eliminate welfare all together as it is not authorized in the Constitution

1% of Wisconsin: No, “workfare” is a form a slave labor

Somewhat Important

Should the U.S. have bailed out the major banks during the financial crisis of 2008?

Barack Obama: Yes, but with more restrictionsPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Financial Regulation Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Financial Regulation Source

43% of Wisconsin: No

22% of Wisconsin: Yes

13% of Wisconsin: Yes, but with more restrictions

12% of Wisconsin: Regardless, we should instead enact legislation that prevents banks from becoming too big to fail

6% of Wisconsin: Yes, but only on the condition that top management be fired without compensation

3% of Wisconsin: No, remove the federal reserve and go back to the gold standard

1% of Wisconsin: Yes, and nationalize all big banks

Somewhat Important

Do you agree with President Obama's 2009 Stimulus Plan?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=5 Obama has a very high passion score of 5 on Economic Stimulus Conviction=5 Obama has a very high conviction score of 5 on Economic Stimulus Source

44% of Wisconsin: Yes

39% of Wisconsin: No

8% of Wisconsin: Yes, but it was not big enough

4% of Wisconsin: Yes, and enact legislation to inject the economy with a stimulus every time the GDP falls below a certain level

4% of Wisconsin: No, I'm against any type of federal stimulus

1% of Wisconsin: No, and enact legislation preventing any future administration from passing a stimulus

Less Important

Should the federal government subsidize U.S. farmers?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=1 Obama has a very low passion score of 1 on Farm Subsidies Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Farm Subsidies Source

37% of Wisconsin: Yes

33% of Wisconsin: No

17% of Wisconsin: Yes, but include small and organic farmers

12% of Wisconsin: Yes, but cut corn and factory farm subsidies

Somewhat Important

Should children of illegal immigrants be granted citizenship?

Barack Obama: Yes, but it should not grant their parents citizenshipPassion=5 Obama has a very high passion score of 5 on Immigration Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Immigration Source

38% of Wisconsin: Yes

26% of Wisconsin: No

13% of Wisconsin: Yes, if they were born here

10% of Wisconsin: Yes, but after they turn 18 and apply for citizenship

6% of Wisconsin: Yes, but it should not grant their parents citizenship

4% of Wisconsin: Yes, but after 4 years of military service or earning a college degree

2% of Wisconsin: No, all illegal immigrants should be deported

1% of Wisconsin: Yes, and abolish all national borders

Somewhat Important

Should illegal immigrants be given access to government-subsidized healthcare?

Barack Obama: No, but their children should have accessPassion=2 Obama has a low passion score of 2 on Immigration Healthcare Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Immigration Healthcare Source

52% of Wisconsin: No

17% of Wisconsin: Yes

12% of Wisconsin: Yes, if they pay taxes

5% of Wisconsin: Only for life threatening emergencies or infectious diseases

5% of Wisconsin: No, but they should be allowed to purchase private healthcare

3% of Wisconsin: No, but their children should have access

1% of Wisconsin: No, deport illegal immigrants seeking healthcare

1% of Wisconsin: No, the government should not subsidize healthcare

1% of Wisconsin: Yes, but they should be deported after treatment

1% of Wisconsin: Yes, and grant them citizenship

Somewhat Important

Should illegal immigrants working in the U.S. be granted temporary amnesty?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=1 Obama has a very low passion score of 1 on Immigrant Laborers Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Immigrant Laborers Source

32% of Wisconsin: No

27% of Wisconsin: Yes

16% of Wisconsin: Yes, create a simple path to citizenship for non-violent criminals

14% of Wisconsin: Yes, but only if they pay taxes

6% of Wisconsin: No, fine companies that employ illegal immigrants

2% of Wisconsin: No, remove them from the U.S.

1% of Wisconsin: No, but allow them to stay

Somewhat Important

Should we limit federal funds to public schools that do not meet performance standards?

Barack Obama: NoPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Education Conviction=5 Obama has a very high conviction score of 5 on Education Source

53% of Wisconsin: No

22% of Wisconsin: Yes

15% of Wisconsin: Let each state decide

8% of Wisconsin: The federal government should not be involved in education

3% of Wisconsin: The federal government should take over control of schools from the states

Somewhat Important

Should the federal government regulate the internet to deter online piracy?

Barack Obama: No, the government should prosecute copyright violators but not regulate the internetPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Internet Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Internet Source

65% of Wisconsin: No

11% of Wisconsin: Yes

10% of Wisconsin: No, the government should prosecute copyright violators but not regulate the internet

8% of Wisconsin: No, industries should address their piracy issues instead of the government

6% of Wisconsin: No, and enact legislation preventing any level of government policing the internet

Less Important

Do you support affirmative action programs?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=2 Obama has a low passion score of 2 on Affirmative Action Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Affirmative Action Source

32% of Wisconsin: No, but we should offer social programs to address poverty regardless of race or ethnicity

31% of Wisconsin: Yes

29% of Wisconsin: No

6% of Wisconsin: No, and laws should be passed prohibiting minority groups from receiving any favorable treatment

1% of Wisconsin: Yes, and laws should be passed requiring all federal agencies to give favorable treatments to minorities

Somewhat Important

Should foreign terrorism suspects be given constitutional rights?

Barack Obama: No, they should be tried in military tribunals but not subject to torturePassion=1 Obama has a very low passion score of 1 on Terrorism Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Terrorism Source

38% of Wisconsin: No

22% of Wisconsin: No, they should be tried in military tribunals but not subject to torture

19% of Wisconsin: Yes

9% of Wisconsin: Yes, give them a fair trial and shut down Guantanamo Bay

7% of Wisconsin: Yes, just like U.S. citizens, terrorists should be given a fair trial in federal courts

5% of Wisconsin: No, they are not U.S. citizens and should be subject to enhanced interrogation methods

Somewhat Important

Should the U.S. maintain a presence at the United Nations?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on United Nations Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on United Nations Source

75% of Wisconsin: Yes

8% of Wisconsin: No

8% of Wisconsin: Scale back our current involvement

5% of Wisconsin: Yes, and use the U.N. peacekeeping forces to protect U.S. interests

3% of Wisconsin: No, and remove the U.N. headquarters from the U.S.

Somewhat Important

Should the U.S. intervene in the affairs of other countries?

Barack Obama: Only in matters of national security, human rights violations, or specifically asked by the international communityPassion=3 Obama has a moderate passion score of 3 on Foreign Intervention Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Foreign Intervention Source

40% of Wisconsin: Only in matters of national security, human rights violations, or specifically asked by the international community

24% of Wisconsin: No

17% of Wisconsin: Only if there is a direct threat to our national security

11% of Wisconsin: Yes

3% of Wisconsin: Only with non-violent diplomatic solutions such as sanctions and peace talks

2% of Wisconsin: No, we have more important domestic issues to worry about

1% of Wisconsin: Yes, and use the military to preemptively strike any hostile nations perceived as a threat

1% of Wisconsin: No, and dramatically decrease our military while abolishing the CIA and NSA

Less Important

Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Israel Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Israel Source

37% of Wisconsin: Yes

15% of Wisconsin: No

14% of Wisconsin: We should give equal support to Israel and Palestine.

14% of Wisconsin: No, we should be less involved

13% of Wisconsin: Yes, but respect Israel’s sovereignty and do not dictate how it should interact with its neighbors

3% of Wisconsin: No, we should not give aid to any foreign nations

2% of Wisconsin: Not the current regime

1% of Wisconsin: No, cut all support and aid

Less Important

How should the U.S. handle the genocide in Sudan?

Barack Obama: Support a NATO effort to contain the Sudanese militaryPassion=2 Obama has a low passion score of 2 on Sudan Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Sudan Source

76% of Wisconsin: Support a NATO effort to contain the Sudanese military

22% of Wisconsin: Do not get involved

2% of Wisconsin: Overthrow the current government and instill a democracy

Less Important

How should the U.S. deal with Iran?

Barack Obama: Isolate through trade embargoesPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Iran Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Iran Source

50% of Wisconsin: Maintain diplomacy while discouraging use of nuclear weapons

26% of Wisconsin: Strategically eliminate their nuclear bomb making capabilities

13% of Wisconsin: Isolate through trade embargoes

6% of Wisconsin: Iran does not threaten our national security and there is no proof they are building a nuclear weapon

3% of Wisconsin: Ignore their threats and cease all contact

1% of Wisconsin: Overthrow the current government and instill a democracy

Least Important

Should the United States end its trade embargo and travel ban on Cuba?

Barack Obama: Yes, lift the travel ban but keep some provisions of the embargo in placePassion=3 Obama has a moderate passion score of 3 on Cuba Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Cuba Source

54% of Wisconsin: Yes

19% of Wisconsin: No

17% of Wisconsin: Yes, lift the travel ban but keep some provisions of the embargo in place

6% of Wisconsin: Yes, allow Americans to travel to any country they choose

4% of Wisconsin: Yes, end embargoes with all countries and allow U.S. businesses to do business with any country

Somewhat Important

Should we expand or dismantle our Social Security program?

Barack Obama: Expand and increase the payroll tax on individuals making more than $250K to make up for the budget shortfallPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Social Security Conviction=2 Obama has a low conviction score of 2 on Social Security Source

24% of Wisconsin: Keep "as is"

19% of Wisconsin: Expand

14% of Wisconsin: Privatize the current system by allowing younger workers to contribute a portion of their payroll tax obligation to a private investment account

13% of Wisconsin: Expand and increase the payroll tax on individuals making more than $250K to make up for the budget shortfall

9% of Wisconsin: Dismantle

9% of Wisconsin: Reform and raise the retirement age to account for people living longer

7% of Wisconsin: Reform the current system to factor inflation rather than wage growth

7% of Wisconsin: Reform the current system into a voluntary “opt-in” program

Somewhat Important

Should the government raise the federal minimum wage?

Barack Obama: NoPassion=2 Obama has a low passion score of 2 on Minimum Wage Conviction=1 Obama has a very low conviction score of 1 on Minimum Wage Source

47% of Wisconsin: Yes

28% of Wisconsin: No

13% of Wisconsin: Yes, and adjust the wage level according to inflation every year

9% of Wisconsin: Leave it up to the states to decide

2% of Wisconsin: No, eliminate all federal wage standards

More Important

Should Congress raise the debt ceiling?

Barack Obama: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich and reduced spendingPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Debt Ceiling Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Debt Ceiling Source

48% of Wisconsin: No

19% of Wisconsin: Yes

14% of Wisconsin: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich and reduced spending

8% of Wisconsin: Offset the debt by raising taxes on the rich

8% of Wisconsin: No, cut spending

2% of Wisconsin: Yes, raise the debt ceiling during a recession

1% of Wisconsin: The Federal Reserve should destroy the $1.6 trillion in government bonds it now holds

More Important

Should the government require health insurance companies to provide free birth control?

Barack Obama: Yes, but exempt religious organizations or charitiesPassion=5 Obama has a very high passion score of 5 on Government Mandates Conviction=5 Obama has a very high conviction score of 5 on Government Mandates Source

44% of Wisconsin: Yes

34% of Wisconsin: No

13% of Wisconsin: No, it should be covered like any other prescription

5% of Wisconsin: No, let the insurance companies decide instead of a government mandate

4% of Wisconsin: Yes, but exempt religious organizations or charities

1% of Wisconsin: No, the government should sponsor abstinence education programs instead

Less Important

Should the federal government allow the death penalty?

Barack Obama: YesPassion=4 Obama has a high passion score of 4 on Death Penalty Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Death Penalty Source

45% of Wisconsin: Yes

32% of Wisconsin: No

15% of Wisconsin: Yes, but only in certain circumstances in which a heinous crime has been committed

8% of Wisconsin: Leave it up to the states

Somewhat Important

Should the U.S. end the war in Afghanistan?

Barack Obama: No, not until all U.S. military leaders are confident the mission has been accomplishedPassion=3 Obama has a moderate passion score of 3 on Afghanistan Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Afghanistan Source

61% of Wisconsin: Yes

16% of Wisconsin: Yes, bring a majority of the troops home but maintain a strong diplomatic presence

11% of Wisconsin: No, not until all U.S. military leaders are confident the mission has been accomplished

7% of Wisconsin: Yes, and only approve future wars through Congress

5% of Wisconsin: No

Somewhat Important

Should we expand or dismantle our Medicare program?

Barack Obama: ExpandPassion=3 Obama has a moderate passion score of 3 on Medicare Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Medicare Source

58% of Wisconsin: Reform

14% of Wisconsin: Keep "as is"

12% of Wisconsin: Expand

11% of Wisconsin: Transform the system into a Canadian or European style single payer system that can negotiate pricing for medication and treatments

3% of Wisconsin: Dismantle

1% of Wisconsin: Seniors should embrace responsibility for their own healthcare and leave the government out of it

Less Important

Should marijuana be legalized in the U.S.?

Barack Obama: NoPassion=2 Obama has a low passion score of 2 on Marijuana Conviction=4 Obama has a high conviction score of 4 on Marijuana Source

47% of Wisconsin: Yes

24% of Wisconsin: No

20% of Wisconsin: Yes. Legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

7% of Wisconsin: Yes, but only for medical use

1% of Wisconsin: Yes, and immediately free all citizens jailed for drug offenses

1% of Wisconsin: No, and increase penalties for all non-violent drug offenders

Less Important

Should the United States increase our space exploration efforts and budget?

Barack Obama: NoPassion=3 Obama has a moderate passion score of 3 on Space Exploration Conviction=3 Obama has a moderate conviction score of 3 on Space Exploration Source

43% of Wisconsin: Yes

22% of Wisconsin: No

14% of Wisconsin: Not during a recession

9% of Wisconsin: Incentivize the private sector to develop space technology

5% of Wisconsin: Leave funding and research to the private sector

4% of Wisconsin: Regardless, we should only use government funds for national defense purposes and leave exploration to the private sector

2% of Wisconsin: Regardless, we should not use space-based technology for military purposes