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
Environment
-
Canadians Shun Nuclear Energy and Use of Coal
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in Canada believe the country should rely on renewable energy sources, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 89 per cent of respondents think both wind power and solar power are positive, because they are better for the environment. Oct 13, 2007
-
Environment is Key Concern for American Voters
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The vast majority of adults in the United States express support for a presidential contender who would pay attention to ecological concerns, according to a poll by the Sacred Heart University Polling Institute. 93.1 per cent of respondents say they would be more likely to support a candidate who promises action to improve the environment. Sep 26, 2007
-
Britons Seem Baffled by Cameron’s Strategy
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Adults in Britain hold differing views on the way the country’s opposition leader is trying to position his party, according to a poll by Populus published in The Times. 38 per cent of respondents think David Cameron has tried to change the Conservative party and seems to be sticking to that strategy. Sep 11, 2007
-
New Democrats Keep Lead Over PASOK in Greece
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The ruling New Democracy (ND) party holds the upper hand before this month’s general election in Greece, according to a poll by GPO released by Mega. 36 per cent of respondents would support the ND in the ballot. Sep 10, 2007
-
Australia: Is the End of the Howard Era Near?
- Gabriela Perdomo - With an election looming just around the corner of Australia’s winter, Aussies have started to ask the obligatory questions. Will this spring see the end of John Howard’s 11 years in the prime minister’s office? Will he retire now that he has reached the age of 68? Or, could the opposition’s Kevin Rudd—more popular than him—possibly win the ballot? Sep 6, 2007
-
Germans Pick Merkel Over Beck as Chancellor
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Most people in Germany would choose federal chancellor Angela Merkel of the Christian-Democratic Union (CDU) as their head of government, according to a poll by Forsa released by Stern and RTL. 57 per cent of respondents would vote for Merkel if they could directly elect the country’s chancellor. Sep 3, 2007
-
Harper at 31%, Dion Lower in Canada
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Less than a third of Canadians are content with the performance of Stephen Harper, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 31 per cent of respondents approve of the way their prime minister has handled his duties, and 25 per cent say their opinion of Harper has worsened over the past month. Sep 1, 2007
-
French Trust Sarkozy on Key Issues
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The majority of people in France are confident that their government is capable of addressing important issues, according to a poll by Ifop published by Dimanche Ouest France. At least 53 per cent of respondents think the cabinet of French president Nicolas Sarkozy has the ability to deal with security, environmental protection, immigrant integration and unemployment. Sep 1, 2007
-
Canadian Tories Stagnant After Cabinet Shuffle
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Support for the governing Conservative party remains stable in Canada, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies. 33 per cent of decided voters would support the Tories in the next federal election. Aug 31, 2007
-
Edwards at 49% Against Giuliani, Thompson in U.S.
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Democrat John Edwards is ahead of two prospective Republican presidential nominees in the United States, according to a poll by Rasmussen Reports. 49 per cent of respondents would vote for the former North Carolina senator in the 2008 election, while 41 per cent would support former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani. Aug 30, 2007
-
Dissatisfaction with Congress Evident in U.S.
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Most adults in the United States hold negative views on their federal legislators, according to three recent public opinion polls. In a survey by Opinion Dynamics released by Fox News, 24 per cent of respondents approve of the job the United States Congress is doing, down five points since June. Aug 25, 2007
-
Moroccans Ready to Vote in Upcoming Election
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - A large number of people in Morocco say they will cast a ballot in next month's legislative election, according to a poll by LMS-CSA. 69 per cent of respondents are absolutely sure of voting, while 13 per cent say there is a good chance they will take part in the democratic process. Aug 21, 2007
-
Britons Would Set Climate Change Example
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in Britain believe it is their responsibility to deal with global warming, according to a poll by YouGov published in the Daily Telegraph. 54 per cent of respondents think they should act to reduce their impact on the planet, and by setting a good example put pressure on other countries to do more to fight climate change. Aug 17, 2007
-
Incumbent Kibaki Leads All in Kenya
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Kenya's current president is the top choice for voters in the African country, according to a poll by Infotrak Research and Consulting and Harris Interactive Global. 42 per cent of respondents would vote for Mwai Kibaki of the National Rainbow Coalition (NARC) in the next presidential election. Aug 14, 2007
-
Ruling Socialists Surge in Portugal
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Portugal's governing party gained momentum last month, according to a poll by Marktest released by Diario de Noticias and TSF. 44 per cent of respondents would vote for the Socialist Party (PS) in the next legislative election, up four points since June. Aug 13, 2007