Power Poll: Sustainability

Solar Array, Public Works Service Center

Most respondents support public-sector efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and are taking action themselves.

Power Poll: Gaza War Protests

Protest march photo

Respondents to this month’s survey said they approve of how the University of Tennessee has handled the peaceful demonstrations.

Power Poll: 2024 Primary

Campaign sign photo

Respondents tend to prefer open primaries and a majority take national issues into account when voting in local contests.

Power Poll: Growth Policy Plan

Proposed Knox County Growth Policy map

A majority of survey respondents support Jacobs’ proposal to manage development in the county, but they are divided on its chances for passage.

Power Poll: School Choices

Screenshot of Rep. John Ragan, R-Oak Ridge, at a hearing of the state working group on federal funding on Nov. 14.

Our survey of community leaders shows skepticism about school vouchers and rejecting federal education funding.

Power Poll: UT Transitions

Rendering of planned UT residence hall.

Survey respondents were predominantly supportive of UT’s enrollment goals and approving of using public-private partnerships for campus projects.

Power Poll: The Housing Crisis

Photo of new houses under construction at the Meadows at Shannon Valley.

A majority of respondents approve of government actions such as zoning changes and incentives to address the lack of housing in the area.