Issue Watch
Track global public opinion on current issues.
- 2008: Race for the White House
- 2008: The U.S. Electoral College
- Abortion
- Africa
- Angela Merkel
- Death Penalty
- Economy and Globalization
- Environment
- European Union
- George W. Bush
- Global Warming
- Gordon Brown
- Hamas
- Immigration
- Iran
- Iraq War
- Kevin Rudd
- Latin America
- New Zealand Election 2008
- Nicolas Sarkozy
- North Korea
- Oil and Gas
- Same-Sex Marriage
- Silvio Berlusconi
- Stem Cell Research
- Stephen Harper
- Terrorism
- U.S. Election 2008 - The Democrats
- U.S. Election 2008 - The Republicans
- U.S. Election 2008: The Primaries
- Vladimir Putin
- Yasuo Fukuda
Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch
Economy and Globalization
- Venezuela Readies For Referendum
- Mario Canseco Hugo Chávez began his presidency in Venezuela with high approval ratings, and promises to rebuild the South American country. Jul 9, 2003
- Bush Expected To Win, But Support Higher For Father
- (CPOD) Jul. 4, 2003 - Many Americans voters believe George W. Bush will remain in the White House, according to a poll by Princeton Survey Research Associates for the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press. 66 per cent of respondents expect Bush to win the 2004 presidential election. Jul 4, 2003
- Lula Best-Rated Brazilian President
- (CPOD) Jul. 3, 2003 - Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva continues to enjoy a high approval rating in Brazil, according to a poll by Datafolha. Only 11 per cent of respondents say Lula's performance has been bad. Jul 3, 2003
- Russia Wants EU Membership
- (CPOD) Jun. 25, 2003 - Russians support entry into the European Union (EU), according to a poll by the Public Opinion Foundation. 73 per cent of respondents say the federation should become a member of the continental organization. Jun 25, 2003
- Canadians Still Endorse NAFTA
- (CPOD) Jun. 13, 2003 - Ten years after its inception, Canadians are supportive of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), according to a poll by Ipsos-Reid released by CTV and the Globe and Mail. 70 per cent of respondents endorse Canada's participation in the deal. Jun 13, 2003
- Lula Still Popular In Brazil
- (CPOD) Jun. 8, 2003 - Despite recent controversial measures, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is still enjoying high approval ratings in Brazil, according to a poll by Instituto Sensus. 78 per cent of respondents approve of Lula's government. Jun 8, 2003
- High Support For Free Trade Agreement In Costa Rica
- (CPOD) Jun. 4, 2003 - Costa Ricans welcome the planned free trade agreement between their country and the United States, according to a poll by Unimer published in daily La Nación. 64 per cent of respondents support the proposed deal. Jun 4, 2003
- A Guerrilla President In El Salvador?
- Mario Canseco The people of El Salvador have been familiar with the Frente Farabundo Martí para la Liberación Nacional (FMLN—Farabundo Marti National Liberation Front) for more than 30 years. Jun 3, 2003
- Pacheco’s Rating Drops Again In Costa Rica
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - The approval rating for Abel Pacheco keeps a downward trend in Costa Rica, according to a poll by Unimer. 36 per cent of respondents approve of the president's performance, a 28 per cent drop since October 2002. Jun 2, 2003
- Republicans Lead, But Get Mixed Reviews On Issues
- (CPOD) May 27, 2003 - The ruling Republican Party leads the Democrats in the United States, 18 months prior to the next presidential election, according to a poll by CBS News and the New York Times. More than half of all respondents have a favourable view of the Republicans, and believe the party has a clear plan for the country. May 27, 2003
- Americans Welcome Bush Tax Package
- (CPOD) May 22, 2003 - Americans remain uneasy about financial matters, but believe the tax cuts proposed by United States president George W. Bush will be helpful, according to a poll by CBS News and the New York Times. 41 per cent of respondents say the package will be positive for the national economy. May 22, 2003
- Chávez Blamed For Problems In Venezuela
- (CPOD) May 20, 2003 - The people of Venezuela blame Hugo Chávez for the latest political and economical turmoil, according to a poll by Datanalisis. 75.9 per cent of respondents say their president is directly responsible for the crisis in the country. May 20, 2003
- One-size-fits all solution won’t ease Western alienation
- Angus Reid Vancouver Sun Western Canadian alienation is back in the news. May 17, 2003
- Kirchner Victory All But Certain In Argentina
- (CPOD) May 13, 2003 - Néstor Kirchner is poised to become Argentina's next president, according to two separate surveys. In the poll by OPSM, 71.1 per cent of respondents say they will vote for Kirchner in this weekend's run-off election. A study by Analogías also gives Kirchner a 42.2 per cent lead over former president Carlos Menem. May 13, 2003
- The art of surreal politics
- Angus ReidVancouver SunThere's a painting at the Art Institute of Chicago that serves as the perfect metaphor for B.C.'s political picture over the past two years. May 10, 2003