Cape Fear Business News’ most recent online poll question was “The Town of Leland is threatening to fine the owners of the Buy n’ Go Convenience Store because their American flag is “too big”, saying it violates the town’s ordinances. What is your opinion?”

The results:

• 66%:  This is what happens when bureaucrats get so hung up on policies that they forget about people. Sounds like the town needs a change in leadership.
• 20%:  I have mixed emotions; while I understand the need for some rules and ordinances, this is a situation where the letter of the law and the spirit of the law do not mesh.
• 9%:  What flag controversy?
• 5%:  Rules are rules, and the owners of the convenience store should take the flag down.

Cape Fear Business News’ online polls should not be considered scientific.