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September 29, 2021 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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(Calgary) After almost a decade without a fluoridated water supply, Calgarians appear ready to re-introduce the cavity fighting agent in this October’s plebiscite on the issue according to a recent ThinkHQ Public Affairs survey. The plebiscite measure is likely to pass by a comfortable margin later this month, with almost seven-in-ten (68%) Calgary voters saying they plan to vote in favour of the measure, compared to only 21% saying they will vote “No” and 11% who are still undecided. On a decided vote basis, the results are 76% in favour of re-introducing fluoride to the water vs. 24% opposed.
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- Substantial majorities support the measure across demographic categories, though it is somewhat lower among more conservative voters and those who believe the City is on the “Wrong Track” today
- The measure receives slightly higher support among those with kids at home
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Commentary
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ThinkHQ Public Affairs Inc. President Marc Henry notes the following on these survey results:
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“Putting aside the public health debate, fluoridation is the ‘Bad Penny’ of Calgary municipal politics – this issue just seems to constantly reappear. We’ve held six plebiscites on the matter since the 1950s, and a decade after Council chose to remove fluoride, its back again.
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It’s a popular measure with Calgary voters. The plebiscite should pass by a very healthy margin, with support 3:1 over opposition. If it does pass by that wide a margin, perhaps Calgary voters can have some solace in knowing they may not have to deal with the issue again for a decade or two.”
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Click here to view the full release and methodology
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Media Inquiries:
Marc Henry
President, ThinkHQ Public Affairs, Inc.
Marc@ThinkHQ.com