Polls

This week, the U.S. Supreme Court blocked new Postal Service restrictions on mail-in ballots pushed by a Trump Executive Order from taking effect for the November midterm elections, leaving existing state mail-voting procedures in place. With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, do you trust the current mail-in ballot system to accurately and securely handle voters’ ballots?

South Dakota voters will decide in November on a proposed constitutional amendment that would end the state’s expanded Medicaid coverage if the federal government’s share of funding for the expansion falls below 90%. The expansion, approved by voters in 2022, provides Medicaid eligibility to certain adults ages 19 to 64 with incomes up to the federal limit established by the constitutional amendment. The proposed amendment would remove that expanded coverage if the federal funding level drops below 90%. If the election were held today, how would you vote?

Data centers have been in the news frequently as communities debate their potential economic benefits as well as concerns about electricity use, water use and other local impacts. President Trump has also recently voiced support for data center development. What is your overall view of data centers?

President Donald Trump announced a 90-day plan to allow an additional 300,000 metric tons of ground beef to be imported with reduced tariffs, saying it will help lower beef prices for consumers. Cattle producers have criticized the decision, saying increased imports could make it harder to rebuild the U.S. cattle herd. Do you agree with Trump’s decision?

An increasing number of South Dakota school districts are adopting four-day school weeks, with about a quarter of districts using the schedule. An Aberdeen school is among those making the switch for the 2026-27 school year. Do you support the idea of a four-day school week?

President Trump signed an executive order Monday calling for revised childhood vaccine recommendations, including spacing out the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine into three separate doctor visits rather than a single combined shot. While supporters argue this gives parents more flexibility and time, public health experts warn that delaying or spacing out shots leaves children exposed to preventable diseases longer. Do you support spacing out childhood vaccines across multiple medical visits?

South Dakota officials are appealing a federal judge's decision that temporarily blocked enforcement of a new state law banning the advertising, distribution and dispensing of abortion pills. The law would make violations a felony, but it remains on hold while the legal challenge continues. Do you agree with South Dakota's ban on advertising and distributing abortion pills?

The SD Governor’s runoff election between Larry Rhoden and Toby Doeden was held on Tuesday. Were you surprised by the result?

An outbreak of Cyclospora, a parasite that can contaminate certain fresh produce, has been reported in more than 30 states in recent weeks. Has it affected how you buy, prepare or eat fresh fruits and vegetables or restaurants you may visit?

It’s been a tumultuous week in the Middle East with President Trump’s cease-fire with Iran effectively collapsing and loud threats on his life. Given recent actions, do you think reinstating a naval blockade and charging tolls on ships using the Strait of Hormuz is the right response to Iran?

The U.S. men’s soccer team recently made a run in the FIFA World Cup before being eliminated. How much attention did you pay to the World Cup games?

As we celebrate the nation’s historic 250th anniversary this Fourth of July, we’re looking back at the powerful imagery that defines the American spirit. From historic monuments to enduring emblems, everyone connects with something different.
In your opinion, which of these is the ultimate, most iconic symbol of the United States?