LANSING, Mich.– A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 8 in 10 (84%) Michigan voters view a candidate’s position on access to affordable, comprehensive health coverage as a vote-determining factor. Furthermore, the poll findings showed that 89% of Michigan voters believe in ensuring patients who qualify receive the full benefits from financial assistance or drug discount programs.
Conducted by Public Opinion Strategies and Hart Research, this poll is part of ACS CAN’s national Cancer Votes campaign, the country’s leading voter education program for cancer-related issues and policies.
“With two million people in the US expected to be diagnosed with cancer this year, it’s more important than ever for voters to make their voices heard on the health care issues that matter to them most,” said Lisa Lacasse, president of ACS CAN. “Policy decisions stand at the very core of many barriers people face during their cancer diagnosis and treatment. Whether it’s voting to support lifesaving cancer research or access to health care and cancer screenings, voters have the power to make cancer issues a top priority this election season.”
“Michigan voters clearly understand the importance of affordable health coverage and want their lawmakers to support affordable health care,” said Molly Medenblik, ACS CAN government relations director. “Every Michiganders should learn more about these critical health care issues and find out where their candidates stand.”
Volunteers for Cancer Votes will attend candidate events, canvassing neighborhoods, holding rallies and distributing voter guides nationwide to help inform voters about their candidates’ positions on cancer issues.
Individuals can register to vote, find their polling location and learn more about the Cancer Votes program and upcoming local events by visiting cancervotes.org. ACS CAN is strictly nonpartisan and does not endorse, oppose, or contribute to any candidate or political party.
To view the full details of the polling memo, click here.