Michigan Public Policy Survey (MPPS) Fall 2012, Question 17

Who should have the final say in controversial decisions- citizens or public officials?

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Thinking about controversial issues in your community, in general, who do you think should have the final say on your jurisdiction's most controversial decisions — citizens or public officials?

Jurisdiction Type Crosstabulation
% within Jurisdiction Type
  Jurisdiction Type Total
County Township City Village
Thinking about controversial issues in your community, in general, who do you think should have the final say on your jurisdiction's most controversial decisions — citizens or public officials? Citizens 18% 25% 22% 22% 24%
Public Officials 68% 57% 70% 67% 61%
Not Applicable 10% 7% 3% 4% 6%
Don't Know 3% 11% 4% 7% 9%