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September 9, 2016

4797 US adults surveyed

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How important is it to you that presidential candidates have a good knowledge of foreign affairs?

Conducted September 9, 2016

YouGov surveyed 4797 US adults

69%
23%
3%
1%
4%
How important is it to you that presidential candidates have a good knowledge of foreign affairs?

Conducted September 9, 2016

YouGov surveyed 4797 US adults

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69%
23%
3%
1%
4%

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