The Survey Says . . . Republic Story Survey1) What region of the Josephine County do you currently call home?- Select the Best Fit-Illinois ValleyMerlin / Wolf CreekGrants Pass areaMurphy / Williams2) How would you describe your age group?- Select the Best Fit-18 to 2324 to 3536 to 4950 Plus3) Which best describes your educational background?- Select the Best Fit-High school or equivalentSome college or associates degreeBachelor’s degreeGraduate / Professional degree5) How often do you attend cultural or historical events (museums, festivals, lectures, etc.)?- Select the Best Fit-NeverOnce or twice a yearQuarterlyMonthly or more6) Which era of U.S. history fascinates you the most?- Select the Best Fit-Colonial and RevolutionaryRoaring Twenties throughLate 20th century to presentNot a fan of history7) How would you describe your current level of civic or community involvement?- Select the Best Fit-Not involvedOccasional volunteer or participantRegular volunteer or group memberLeadership role or organizer8) Which civic topic are you most passionate about?- Select the Best Fit-Voting rights and democracyEnvironmental policyEducation and youth programsCivic justice and equality9) Which aspect of American culture interests you most?- Select the Best Fit-Music and ArtsLiterature and filmFood and regional cuisinesSports and recreation10) How do you prefer to stay informed about U.S. current issues and events?- Select the Best Fit-Social mediaNews websites or newspapersPodcasts, radio and/or TVIn-person seminars or discussions11) Which American landmark would you most like to see?- Select the Best Fit-Statue of Liberty, New YorkGrand Canyon, ArizonaFrench Quarters, LouisianaYellow Stone National Park, 3 states WY, MT, ID12) When traveling in the U.S., what activities do you prefer?- Select the Best Fit-Guided tours and structured itinerariesRoad trips and spontaneous stopsUrban exploration and dining adventuresOutdoor adventures and hiking13) How often have you traveled outside the state of Oregon?- Select the Best Fit-Never1 - 2 times3 - 5 timesFrequently more than 6 times14) Which format do you prefer most when learning?- Select the Best Fit-Books and articlesDocumentaries and filmsInteractive websites or appsLive events or lectures15) How would you prefer to engage with an organization’s content?- Select the Best Fit-Weekly meetingsBi-weekly meetingsSocial media or video meetingsIn person meetings16) What motivates you most to participate in events or programs?- Select the Best Fit-Networking and meeting new peopleLearning new skills or knowledgeMaking a social impactSimply fun and enjoyment17) Which document best symbolizes the American Revolution?- Select the Best Fit-Declaration of IndependenceArticles of ConfederationConstitutionBill of Rights18) Who was the United States first President?- Select the Best Fit-George WashingtonThomas JeffersonBenjamin FranklinJohn Adams19) Which battle is widely considered the turning point of the Civil War?- Select the Best Fit-Battle of AntietamBattle of GettysburgBattle of ShilohBattle of Vicksburg20) What was the main goal of the Lewis and Clark expedition?- Select the Best Fit-Map the Mississippi RiverFind a west route to the PacificEstablish trade with Native tribesSurvey the land for the railroad21) What president is the front most face on mount Rushmore?- Select the Best Fit-Theodore RooseveltAbraham LincolnGeorge WashingtonThomas Jefferson22) What river flows through the Illinois Valley?- Select the Best Fit-Rouge RiverTillamook RiverIllinois ValleySelma River23) What Amendment protects our Right to Free Speech?- Select the Best Fit-2nd4th1st9th24) How satisfied are you with the overall performance of our County Government?- Select the Best Fit-Very satisfiedSomewhat satisfiedSomewhat dissatisfiedVery dissatisfied25) How much do you trust the following branches to act in the public’s best interest? A) Executive (President and Cabinet)- Select the Best Fit-A great dealSomewhatVery littleNone at all25) B) Legislative (Congress)- Select the Best Fit-A great dealSomewhatVery littleNone at all25) C) Judicial (Supreme Court and federal courts)- Select the Best Fit-A great dealSomewhatVery littleNone at all26) How would you rate the government’s handling of the economy over the past 6 months?- Select the Best Fit-ExcellentGoodFairPoor27) In which policy area do you feel the government is lest effective?- Select the Best Fit-Healthcare and public healthNational security and defenseEducation and workforce developmentEnvironmental protection and energy28) Which statement best reflects your view of Congress’s ability to pass meaningful legislation?- Select the Best Fit-Highly effective at addressing major issuesOccasionally effective, but too slowRarely effective due to gridlockIneffective and out of touch29) How do you feel about the level of transparency and communication from your local government officials?- Select the Best Fit-Very transparent and clearSomewhat transparent but could improveNot transparent enoughLacks transparency entirely30) Which best describes your outlook for the future of America governance?- Select the Best Fit-Optimistic, positive change aheadCautiously optimistic, mixed prospectsPessimistic, more challenges aheadVery pessimistic, decline is likely31) Do you believe your voice is heard by elected officials when you engage (e.g., voting, contacting representatives, etc.)?- Select the Best Fit-Yes, definitelySometimes, but not alwaysRarelyNeverWe’d like to think you for your time to complete this survey, however, one last question. Would you like to participate within this Assembly?- Select the Best Fit-Yes I’d like to be involvedNo thanks, maybe laterFirst NameEmailTally My Answers