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Colorado Votes: Your Views, Your Voice

President Barack Obama and Republican Nominee Mitt Romney have starkly different views of what government should be and do.

That leads us to ask about your views of government.

In what areas of your life would you like to see government represented more, or less? And where did your ideas about government come from? Please take a moment to answer some question and help inform our coverage of this election.

We'll read every response. And please share this with others who you think we should hear from, too.

And when you finish here, please take part in our project called "I Spy Government." It's a way for Coloradans to dissect and discuss what government is doing in the state, and you can help spur the discussions.

Thanks for taking the time to share your views.

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First Name *

Last Name *

City *

State or Province *

Postal Code *

Phone

E-mail *

Do you plan to vote in November?

Yes

No

Not sure yet

If you will not be casting a vote, why?

What are the three issues most important to you as a voter? (Please rank in order of priority.)

What makes the above issues so important in your life?

What political party, if any, do you identify with most closely?

How would you describe your current level of political engagement? (Please check only one.)

Very active and engaged (vote both statewide and national elections, research races extensively)
Somewhat active and engaged (vote in most elections, do some research on races)
Somewhere in the middle (vote sometimes, occasionally research races)
Not very active or engaged (rarely vote)
Disaffected, disconnected (tune out politics, don't care)

Has your level of political engagement or interest changed since 2008? Explain...

In what areas of your life would you like to see government represented more or less, and why?

Was there a defining experience in your life that shaped your view about the role of government? Please share...

What about taxes? Many Republicans pledge not to raise any new taxes, Democrats believe the highest income Americans should pay more. Where do you stand and why?

What concerns, if any, do you have about the election process?

What other stories would you like to see us focus on this campaign season?

What is your gender?

What race or ethnicity are you?

In what year were you born?

May we publish your insights and attribute them to you? (Your comments may be edited for length or clarity.)

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Contact me first

Would you be willing to speak with a reporter for a possible radio broadcast?

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