1.How important is freedom of the press to democracy?

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Neutral

Somewhat Unimportant

Very Unimportant

2.Do you believe the government should have the power to restrict media access to certain events?

Yes, always

Yes, in certain situations

No

Undecided

3.How often do you think media coverage is biased?

Very Often

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

4.What are the main reasons you believe the media might be restricted by the government? Select all that apply.

National Security

Public Safety

Political Bias

Misinformation

Other

5.Do you think media restrictions by the government can be justified in a democracy?

Yes

No

Only in extreme cases

Undecided

6.Rate your overall trust in the media's ability to report news accurately.

1 star

2 stars

3 stars

4 stars

5 stars

7.How often do you consume news from independent media outlets?

Daily

Several times a week

Weekly

Monthly

Rarely