Policy or person?

Policy or person?

Consent Form for Survey Research


Policy or person?

Background Information: This study examines the alignment between political ideology and candidate perception among voters in the context of the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

Procedures: Upon your agreement to participate in this study, you will complete a brief survey that will take less than 5 minutes.

Risks and Benefits Associated with the Study: This study does not have any known risks. The benefits of this study include learning more about psychological research.

Confidentiality: These surveys are anonymous. The records of this study will be kept in a locked office at the university, preventing any breach of confidentiality. Should the study ever become published material, your name will in no way be linked to the study, nor will it mention your involvement.

Voluntary Nature of the Study: Your decision whether or not to participate will not affect your current or future relations with this BU student researcher or with Benedictine University faculty. You are free to withdraw at any time without affecting your relationship with the researchers or Benedictine University.

Contacts and Questions: The researcher(s) conducting this study is Abigail Koloze-Morgado with Dr Liesen. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this study, please ask the student researcher at this time. If questions or concerns arise at a later time, you may direct them to cliesen@ben.edu Questions and concerns may also be addressed to Pat Somers, Ph.D., Chair, Institutional Review Board, Benedictine University, 5700 College Road, Lisle, Il 60532, 630-829-6295 or psomers@ben.edu.


Statement of Consent:
Continuing with the survey, you have agreed to the above information in its entirety and you indicate that you are 18 years of age or older and that you have agreed to participate.
1.Which 2024 presidential canidate do you believe said the following quote:
"Part of what makes us great is our democratic institutions that protect our fundamental ideals—freedom of religion and the rule of law, protection from discrimination based on national origin, freedom of the press, and a 200-year history as a nation built by immigrants."
2.To what extent do you agree with this quote?