Issue Watch
Track global public opinion on current issues.
- 2008: Race for the White House
- 2008: The U.S. Electoral College
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- Angela Merkel
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- Gordon Brown
- Hamas
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- 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
Nicolas Sarkozy
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Sarkozy Drops After Royal Win in France
- - Ségolène Royal of the Socialist Party (PS) is perceived as a good prospective head of state in France, according to a poll by BVA published in L'Express. 42 per cent of respondents think Royal would make the best president, up one point since March. Nov 23, 2006
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Sarkozy Ahead of Royal in French Ballot
- - Nicolas Sarkozy remains the top contender in France's presidential race, according to a poll by Ipsos published in Le Point. 34 per cent of respondents would vote for the Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) member in next year's election. Nov 19, 2006
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Sarkozy, Royal Tied in French Presidential Race
- - The two main contenders for France's top political job are even, according to a poll by TNS-Sofres released by Le Figaro and LCI. 34 per cent of respondents would vote for Nicolas Sarkozy of the Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) in next year's presidential ballot, while 34 per cent would support Socialist Party (PS) member Ségolène Royal. Nov 16, 2006
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No Clear Favourite Yet in French Election
- - Nicolas Sarkozy of the Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) holds a slight edge before next year's presidential election in France, according to a poll by CSA published in Marianne. 30 per cent of respondents would support Sarkozy in the ballot. Nov 14, 2006
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Royal, Sarkozy Keep Close Race in France
- - Ségolène Royal of the Socialist Party (PS) is holding on to a slight lead in France, according to a poll by CSA published in Le Bleu de Profession Politique. 32 per cent of respondents would support Royal in next year's presidential election. Oct 25, 2006
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French Rejects Turkey’s Accession to EU
- - Many adults in France believe the European Union (EU) should not welcome Turkey as a member, according to a poll by Louis-Harris released by RMC. 58 per cent of respondents reject Turkey's accession into the continental group. Oct 24, 2006
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Sarkozy Stable, Royal Drops in France
- - Nicolas Sarkozy is holding on to the top spot in France's presidential election, according to a poll by Ifop published in Paris Match. 32 per cent of respondents would support the Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) member, while 26 per cent would vote for Socialist Party (PS) contender Ségolène Royal. Oct 22, 2006
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Third Chirac Term Rejected in France
- - Many adults in France believe it is time for their current president to retire, according to a poll by CSA released by VSD. 77 per cent of respondents believe Jacques Chirac should not seek a new term in office. Oct 20, 2006
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Sarkozy Barely Ahead of Royal in France
- - Public support for Nicolas Sarkozy fell in France, according to a poll by TNS-Sofres released by Le Figaro and LCI. 36 per cent of respondents would support the Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) member in next year's presidential election, down two points since early October. Oct 18, 2006
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Sarkozy Drops, Keeps Top Spot in France
- - Current interior minister Nicolas Sarkozy is still the frontrunner in France's presidential race, according to a poll by Ipsos published in Le Point. 34 per cent of respondents would vote for the centre-right Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) member in next year's ballot. Oct 16, 2006
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Royal’s Real Test Begins in France
- Gabriela Perdomo - After months of uncertainty within the ranks of France's Socialist Party (PS), it has become clear who will become the candidate to fight for the European country's presidency next year. Oct 15, 2006
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Sarkozy Gains, Royal Drops in France
- - Nicolas Sarkozy is holding on to the top position in France's presidential race, according to a poll by TNS-Sofres released by Le Figaro and LCI. 38 per cent of respondents would vote for the Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) member in next year's ballot, up two points since September. Oct 12, 2006
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Royal Holds Slight Edge in French Ballot
- - Ségolène Royal of the Socialist Party (PS) has become the top presidential contender in France, according to a poll by CSA published in Le Bleu de Profession Politique. 31 per cent of respondents would vote for Royal in next year's election. Oct 6, 2006
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Sarkozy Leads by Two Points in France
- - Nicolas Sarkozy remains the top presidential contender in France, according to a poll by TNS-Sofres released by Le Figaro and LCI. 36 per cent of respondents would support the Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) member in next year's election, up one point since July. Sep 22, 2006
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Jospin Comeback Falls Flat in France
- - French adults have not been particularly swayed by the return of a former prime minister to the political stage, according to two recent public opinion polls. In a survey conducted by CSA for France Info, 56 per cent of respondents oppose Lionel Jospin becoming a presidential candidate. Sep 19, 2006