Curious about our past Sound Off results? Here are our older questions and the answers we received. Remember: Sound Off surveys are designed to be a thought-provoking way to get your input. They are not scientific surveys.

Why do you think elected officials should focus on teen pregnancy?

Improve the economy - 27%

Boost graduation rates - 24%

Reduce abortions - 2%

It’s the right thing to do - 29%

Other - 17%

(Total answers = 308. Poll closed 10/14/2013.) 

How would you change media messages teens receive about sex?

More sexual health facts - 1%

Show healthier relationships - 6%

Fight stereotypes - 4%

Model parent involvement - 8% 

All of the above - 81%

Where did you get most of your early messages about sex?

Parents/Family - 10%

Sex Ed Class - 15%

Peers - 50%

Media/Internet - 10%

A Partner - 15%