Kyle Juracek, research hydrologist, Lawrence

“The biggest influence would be their views on issues I care about. It doesn’t matter what party.”

Staci Donovan, analyst for Payless Shoe Store, Lawrence

“I guess it would be their stance on issues that I think are important to me.”

Mark Kaplan, homemaker, Lawrence

“Measuring whether our candidates are working for the interests of working people or for the oil and gas industry.”

Kory D. Hoover, KU senior, Lawrence

“I would say, when I’m in the voting booth, whoever is closest to my finger. It’s all about positioning.”