Issue Watch
Track global public opinion on current issues.
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Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch
Immigration
- National Tops Ruling Labour In New Zealand
- (CPOD) Feb. 25, 2004 - The National Party is now the best-rated political organization in New Zealand, according to a Digipoll published in the New Zealand Herald. 45.5 per cent of respondents would support National in the next election, a 23.2 per cent increase since October 2003. Feb 25, 2004
- Australia’s Top Parties Are Tied
- (CPOD) Feb. 13, 2004 - The ruling coalition of Liberals and Nationals is no longer the sole top political organization in Australia, according to a Newspoll published in The Australian. 41 per cent of respondents would back the alliance in the next federal election, while another 41 per cent would vote for the Australian Labor Party (ALP). Feb 13, 2004
- Canadians Chide U.S. in Deportation Case
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Canadians are dissatisfied with the handling of the Maher Arar case, according to a poll by Ipsos-Reid released by CTV and the Globe and Mail. 75 per cent of respondents disagree with the decision by U.S. authorities to deport Arar --a Canadian citizen-- to Syria. Feb 10, 2004
- Unemployment Is Spain’s Main Concern
- (CPOD) Feb. 3, 2004 - Spaniards remain concerned about lack of jobs, according to a poll by CIS. 63.1 per cent of respondents say unemployment is the country's biggest problem. Feb 3, 2004
- American Hispanics Support Immigration Changes
- (CPOD) Jan. 31, 2004 - Many American Hispanics are satisfied with George W. Bush's ideas to revamp the country's immigration procedures, according to a poll by Bendixen & Associates released by New California Media. 42 per cent of respondents support the plan. Jan 31, 2004
- Americans, Hispanics Review Immigration Proposal
- (CPOD) Jan. 30, 2004 - The proposal tabled by George W. Bush to review immigration procedures continues to sway views in the United States, according to a poll by Zogby International for the United Neighborhood Association. 44 per cent of American respondents --and 52 per cent of Hispanic respondents-- believe the plan will make life better for immigrants. Jan 30, 2004
- Terrorism, Health Care Top U.S. Issue List
- (CPOD) Jan. 23, 2004 - Protecting the country from attacks is the top priority for Americans, according to a poll by Ipsos-Public Affairs released by the Associated Press. 21 per cent of respondents say terrorism is the most pressing problem in the United States. Jan 23, 2004
- Every Community Matters in 2004 U.S. Presidential Race
- Mario Canseco American adults will head to the polls on Nov. Jan 22, 2004
- Australia Warms Up To Opposition Labor
- (CPOD) Jan. 21, 2004 - The opposition Australian Labor Party (ALP) could form the next government in Australia, according to a poll by Roy Morgan Research. 45 per cent of respondents would support the ALP in the next federal election, a 2.5 per cent lead over the ruling coalition of Liberals and Nationals. Jan 21, 2004
- Mexicans Like Bush’s Immigration Plan
- (CPOD) Jan. 19, 2004 - Many Mexicans regard George W. Bush's immigration proposal as a positive step, according to a poll by Reforma. 72 per cent of respondents say the plan will be "good" for Mexican workers in the United States. Jan 19, 2004
- Americans Reject Bush’s Immigration Overhaul
- (CPOD) Jan. 16, 2004 - Many Americans are against their president's proposal to change the country's immigration procedures, according to a poll by Gallup released by CNN and USA Today. 55 per cent of respondents are opposed to the plan presented by George W. Bush. Jan 16, 2004
- Mexicans Reject U.S. Agents At Airport
- (CPOD) Jan. 15, 2004 - Mexicans are opposed to the presence of American agents in their most essential airport, according to a poll by Indemerc Harris Interactive. 75 per cent of respondents disapprove of the practice. Jan 15, 2004
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California Hispanics Back New Government
- (CPOD) Jan. 12, 2004 - Many Hispanic residents of California are satisfied with their local government, according to a poll by PRM Consulting. 58 per cent of respondents say the state is headed in the right direction. Jan 12, 2004
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Low Numbers For Bush In Illinois
- (CPOD) Jan. 11, 2004 - Support for George W. Bush in Illinois is waning, according to a poll by Mason-Dixon Polling and Research released by Copley News Service. 49 per cent of respondents rate the president's performance as "Excellent" or "Good." Jan 11, 2004
- Hispanics May Choose Democrat
- (CPOD) Jan. 9, 2004 - Many Hispanic Americans plan to vote against George W. Bush in the U.S. presidential election, according to a poll by Bendixen and Associates for the Pew Hispanic Center. 47 per cent of respondents would back the yet unnamed Democratic nominee in the 2004 presidential election. Jan 9, 2004