January 8, 2003
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Arizonans Support New Governor's Agenda
PHOENIX - Arizonans say they want Governor Janet Napolitano to direct her attention on education reform and balancing the budget, as she begins her term of office. Those were the findings of an independent study by WestGroup Research of Phoenix. The survey took place in December as part of WestGroup's ongoing monitor of current events.
Question/Responses:
If you were able to give advice to Governor-elect Janet Napolitano,
what would you suggest that she accomplish first when she takes office
next year?
Out of 402 respondents in the December survey, 252 (63%) had suggestions for the Governor. Of these, 32% suggested Governor Napolitano reform education first and 26% want her to balance the budget first.
Among respondents in the 30-to-49 age group, 47% of those with an opinion advised education reform. This response was also strong among households earning more than $55,000 annually - 42%.
On the other hand, adults over the age of 50 were more likely to advise balancing the budget first - 36% of those with an opinion.
There were no significant differences by party affiliation or geographic area of the state.
