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April 29, 2016

2814 US adults surveyed

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If an American is kidnapped by terrorists who demand a ransom, do you think that the American government should or should not pay a ransom to free the hostage?

Conducted April 29, 2016

YouGov surveyed 2814 US adults

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45%
35%
If an American is kidnapped by terrorists who demand a ransom, do you think that the American government should or should not pay a ransom to free the hostage?

Conducted April 29, 2016

YouGov surveyed 2814 US adults

By:
20%
45%
35%

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