Feb16-202012omnibus.zip

Sample Design: • Dual-frame RDD sample includes landline and cell-only households. • Survey extended through Monday due to Presidents Day. • Weighting: • Use variable for full sample analysis. • Geographic Variables: • Based on self-reported ZIP codes. • Sample-based geography used when ZIP is missing/unmatched. • Privacy Protocols: ZIP codes, counties, and phone numbers removed from public dataset. • Demographics: • Variable names match questionnaire items; order may vary across surveys. • Question Versioning: • Items and (precode 4) had slight wording changes during fielding. • variable distinguishes pre- and post-change interviews. • Key Release: • Auto Bailout Now Backed, Stimulus Divisive: • 56% say auto loans to GM and Chrysler were mostly good for the economy (up from 37% in 2009). • Only 39% support the 2008 bank bailout; 52% oppose. • Public remains split on the 2009 stimulus: 37% approve, 41% disapprove. • Strong support for Keystone XL pipeline and targeted federal regulations.