Iron ore mining has near-unanimous support across Minnesota, according to a recent poll from the 2016 Minnesota State Survey.
The survey, conducted by the Minnesota Center for Survey Research at the University of Minnesota, showed that 93 percent of residents believe the state should continue mining iron ore. Researchers conducted the survey between October 2016 and April 2017, reaching out to 806 Minnesotans.
“It’s clear that Minnesotans value iron mining in Minnesota,” said Iron Mining Association President Kelsey Johnson. “This furthers our belief that we mine iron better than any other place in the world. We remain dedicated to our communities, responsibly producing iron and innovating the new ways to mine iron.”
Residents surveyed were also asked about quality of life, the arts, AARP, environmental issues, Black Lives Matter, data practices,transportation planning and the iron mining industry.
Of those responding, 56 percent said they were aware of how they use products derived from iron mining everyday.
“We have our work cut out for us to educate the other 44% of people about how they use iron and steel — like their vehicles, appliances, and construction materials,” Johnson added. “When Americans are among the largest consumers of iron and steel in the world, it’s important that people understand how vital Minnesota’s iron mining is for their daily lives.”
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