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Angus Reid Global Monitor
Politics In Depth
Our latest political reviews.
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Problems In “Old Europe”
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After two summer crises, the leaders of France and Germany cannot count on Iraq to boost their popularity.
Mario Canseco As the military operation in Iraq reaches six months—and phrases such as "shock and awe" and "freedom fries" start to fade away from the world's collective memory—the two world leaders who more vehemently opposed the coalition effort are back in the spotlight.B
September 25, 2003 -
The Steady Stroll Of Democracy In Swaziland
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A key test for public will takes place next month in the last absolute monarchy of Sub-Saharan Africa.
Mario Canseco No civil unrest, no armed guerrillas, no coups.
September 23, 2003 -
Recalls Interrupted
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The much-hyped votes in California and Venezuela might not take place as soon as expected.
Mario Canseco The two anticipated fall recalls have been unexpectedly postponed.
September 18, 2003 -
Dictatorship Rupture Remains Evident In Chile
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30 years after Allende's fall, citizens remain split over their country's past and future.
Mario Canseco On Sept.
September 16, 2003 -
Bush’s Re-election Dilemma
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As a nation observes a grim anniversary, the president's performance in the domestic front will be pivotal to revive a dwindling approval rating.
Mario Canseco It all seems too familiar.
September 11, 2003 -
Russia’s New Electoral Law Draws Ire
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Newspapers cannot offer context or background information on candidates, as any word can be considered advocacy or deception.
Mario Canseco Last month, several Russian journalists got together to create the Petersburg Liniya newspaper.
September 09, 2003 -
Norway’s Summer Of Political Mayhem
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A simple local election has brought challenges to a ban on TV ads, VWI (voting while intoxicated) and a reassessment of the country's place in Europe.
Mario Canseco Norwegians will participate in county and municipal elections on Sept.
September 04, 2003 -
Aznar’s “unveiling” sets stage for Spain vote
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The president picked Rajoy to lead the Popular Party. Voters and political alliances will decide his fate.
Mario Canseco For several decades, Mexican presidents chose their successors through a process affectionately known as "destape", or unveiling.
September 02, 2003 -
Third Displaced Ex-President In Ecuador
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As Gutiérrez loses public support, a former head of state leaves the country with many unanswered questions.
Mario Canseco Last week, Ecuador permitted former president Gustavo Noboa to seek political asylum in the Dominican Republic.
August 28, 2003 -
Full Agenda For South Korea’s Roh
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The president is dealing with a nuclear neighbour, lawsuits, sagging approval ratings and the emergence of the opposition party.
Mario Canseco When Roh Moo-hyun was elected president on Dec.
August 26, 2003
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