January Power Poll results: Memphis leaders sound off
The Power Poll is a monthly survey sent to more than 437 influential business, political, nonprofit and cultural leaders in the Bluff City. The poll is presented by The Commercial Appeal and sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and DVL Seigenthaler - Finn Partners.
The January Power Poll focused on several different topics in the news recently.
The January Memphis Power Poll:
The University of Memphis canceled a grant for its social justice programming, formed in August 2020, after Gov. Bill Lee expressed concerns about the latest initiative, according to a statement from the governor's office. What do you think of the decision to cancel the grant?
26% — It was the right decision
43% — The school should not have canceled it
31% — There was probably a middle ground that should have been found
The latest proposed congressional district maps have Memphis split between Rep. Steve Cohen and Rep. David Kustoff. Do you think the city should be split between two districts?
29% — Yes!
47% — No
24% — It doesn't really matter
The Tennessee Legislature will take up a bill allowing first responders to live anywhere they want, stripping municipalities from setting a residency requirement. What do you think about residency requirements?
7% — Police officers should have to live in the community they serve
51% — It doesn't matter where police officers live
42% — It should be up to the city to determine requirements for its employees
The Memphis Grizzlies have been on fire as of late and their 11-game win streak is still the longest in the league this season. What is your expectation for the season?
13% — Finals
25% — Conference Finals
43% — Conference Semi-Finals
10% — First Round of Playoffs
0% — Play-in Game
9% — Dont know/don't care
This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: Memphis Power Poll Results
