Reader surveys conducted by FedSmith and their results
Most Americans are concerned about the economy. Our readers work for the federal government (or used to) and their views on the likely success or failure of the…
What do readers think about a total ban on smoking in federal buildings? There are plenty of strong opinions ranging from simmering resentment about smokers taking extra breaks…
We have occasionally asked readers for their opinions on the presidential election. Our reader preference generally follows national trends. Readers expressed a preference as the nominee for each…
How will you vote in this year's presidential election (or how did you vote if you have already voted)? Take this survey and send in your opinion. We…
For the first time in our survey of this year's presidential election, Barack Obama moves ahead of John McCain in reader preference. Here is a quick summary along…
Where does most of the blame reside for the current mortgage/credit crisis? What do readers think of the bailout plan and would they support such the bailout proposal?…
Is a four day/10 hour a day workweek a good idea for the federal workforce? Congressman Steny Hoyer raised the issue recently and OPM responded with a letter…
National polls consistently show Barack Obama as running ahead of John McCain in the race to become the next President of the United States. Past surveys of our…
Is a 55 MPH Congressionally mandated speed limit a good idea? By a large margin, readers say it won't work. Here are the results and a sample of…
One might think that a legislative proposal to provide more benefits to federal employees would be overwhelmingly supported by the federal community. But, for those in Congress seeking…