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
- Israel Election 2009
- Kevin Rudd
- Latin America
- Nicolas Sarkozy
- North Korea
- Oil and Gas
- Same-Sex Marriage
- Silvio Berlusconi
- Stem Cell Research
- Stephen Harper
- Taro Aso
- Terrorism
- Vladimir Putin
Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch
Global Warming
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Global Warming Serious for 70% of Americans
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in the United States express concerns over climate change, according to a poll by CBS News. 70 per cent of respondents think global warming is an environmental problem that is causing a serious impact now. Jan 25, 2007
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Global Warming Splits American Views
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Adults in the United States remain divided in their assessment of climate change, according to a poll by TNS released by the Washington Post and ABC News. 49 per cent of respondents are worried a great deal or a good amount about global warming, while 46 per cent are somewhat concerned or not concerned at all. Jan 23, 2007
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Canadians Assess Kyoto Protocol’s Importance
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in Canada believe their government's environmental policies should not revolve exclusively around a single accord, according to a poll by Innovative Research Group published in the Vancouver Sun. 59 per cent of respondents think Canada must do its part to fight global warming, but implementing the Kyoto Accord is just one way to do it. Jan 21, 2007
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Hillary, Gore Would Win Against Romney in 2008
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Republican Mitt Romney trails two prospective Democratic presidential nominees in the United States, according to a poll by Rasmussen Reports. 49 per cent of respondents would vote for New York senator Hillary Rodham Clinton in 2008, while 41 per cent would support the former Massachusetts governor. Jan 18, 2007
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Labour Gains on Opposition in Norway
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The governing Labour Party (DNA) begins the year with positive numbers in Norway, according to a poll by Norsk Gallup released by TV2. 35 per cent of respondents would support Labour in the next legislative election, up 3.2 points since December. Jan 12, 2007
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Global Warming, Terrorism Are Top Worries
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Adults in France are concerned about climate change, according to a poll by Harris Interactive for France 24. 54 per cent of respondents believe global warming is one of the most worrying challenges facing the planet today. Jan 9, 2007
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More Americans Would Limit Greenhouse Gases
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in the United States believe their government should act to curb climate change, according to a poll by Knowledge Networks for the Program on International Policy Attitudes. 69 per cent of respondents favour legislation limiting U.S. emissions of greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming, up five points in two years. Jan 6, 2007
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Americans Certain of Fuel Price Increase
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in the United States predict that fuel costs will escalate in 2007, according to a poll by Ipsos-Public Affairs released by the Associated Press. 93 per cent of respondents believe gas prices will go up this year. Jan 5, 2007
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Americans Chide Bush’s Environmental Record
- (Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Adults in the United States are dissatisfied with the way their president has dealt with environmental issues, according to a poll by Rasmussen Reports. 67 per cent of respondents rate George W. Bush's handling of this topic as fair or poor. Dec 22, 2006
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Vilsack Would Lose to McCain in 2008
- - Current Iowa governor Tom Vilsack trails a prospective Republican nominee in the 2008 presidential race, according to a poll by Rasmussen Reports. 49 per cent of respondents would vote for Arizona senator John McCain, while 32 per cent would support the Democrat. Dec 1, 2006
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Howard, Beazley Split Views in Australia
- - Australian prime minister John Howard leads opposition leader Kim Beazley in three character traits, according to a Newspoll published in The Australian. 81 per cent of respondents believe the leader of the Liberal Party is decisive and strong, and 79 per cent think he has a vision for Australia. Nov 21, 2006
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Environment Becomes Key Concern in Canada
- - Canadian adults have placed environmental issues at the top of the political agenda, according to a poll by Decima Research released by the Canadian Press. 26 per cent of respondents believe the environment will have the most significant impact on their vote in the next federal election. Nov 21, 2006
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Opposition Edges Ahead in Swedish Politics
- - The three centre-left parties currently in opposition are leading in Sweden, according to a poll by Synovate Temo. 48.6 per cent of respondents would vote for the Workers' Party - Social-Democrats (S), the Left Party (Vp) or the Environmental Party - The Greens (MP) in the next general election. Nov 19, 2006
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Swiss Social Democrats Lead Once Again
- - The Social-Democratic Party of Switzerland (SPS) has retaken the lead in the European country, according to a poll by Isopublic. 25.3 per cent of respondents would support the SPS in the next National Council election. Nov 18, 2006
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U.S. Out of Step With World on Environment
- - Most adults in 20 countries express a commitment to ecological responsibility, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies for Maclean's. 87 per cent of global respondents believe damage to the environment must be reduced, even if it means slower economic growth. Nov 16, 2006