Issue Watch
Track global public opinion on current issues.
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- Nicolas Sarkozy
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- Same-Sex Marriage
- Silvio Berlusconi
- Stem Cell Research
- Stephen Harper
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- U.S. Election 2008: The Primaries
- Vladimir Putin
- Yasuo Fukuda
Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch
Nicolas Sarkozy
- French Divided on Voting Rights for Foreigners
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Adults in France are split on whether to allow residents from countries that do not belong to the European Union (EU) to take part in some democratic processes, according to two recent polls. Nov 6, 2005
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Approval Woes Continue for Chirac, Villepin in France
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Few adults in France are content with Jacques Chirac, according to a poll by Ifop published in Le Journal du Dimanche. 38 per cent of respondents are satisfied with the performance of their president, up one point since September. Nov 1, 2005
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French Voters Assess Sarkozy, Villepin
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Adults in France are divided on the political aspirations of two leading politicians, according to a poll by BVA published in L'Express. 31 per cent of respondents believe interior minister Nicolas Sarkozy is closest to the idea of what a president should be, while 31 per cent feel the same way about prime minister Dominique de Villepin. Oct 7, 2005
- Tight Race for Socialist Party Nomination in France
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - There is no clear frontrunner in the race to choose the presidential candidate for France's Socialist Party (PS), according to a poll by Ifop published in Le Journal du Dimanche. 24 per cent of respondents believe former culture and education minister Jack Lang would be the best contender. Sep 28, 2005
- French Centre-Right Backs Sarkozy for President
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many supporters of the French Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) would prefer current interior minister Nicolas Sarkozy as their presidential candidate in 2007, according to a poll by Ifop published in Le Journal du Dimanche. 69 per cent of respondents think Sarkozy would be the best candidate for the centre-right political organization. Sep 18, 2005
- In France, Sarkozy Seen as Best Option for UMP
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Current interior minister and Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) leader Nicolas Sarkozy is regarded as the best prospective presidential contender for France's centre-right, according to a poll by CSA published in Le Bleu de Profession Politique. 63 per cent of respondents believe Sarkozy would be a good candidate. Sep 10, 2005
- French Voters Suggest Sarkozy-Jospin Duel in 2007
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in France would like current interior minister and Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) leader Nicolas Sarkozy to run for president, according to a poll by CSA published in Le Parisien. 43 per cent of respondents would prefer Sarkozy as the nominee for the centre-right party. Sep 8, 2005
- France’s Greens are Top-Rated Political Party
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many French adults provide a positive assessment of the Greens (Verts), according to a poll by Ipsos published in Le Point. 56 per cent of respondents have a favourable opinion of the political party. Aug 27, 2005
- In France, Socialists First in Party Ranking
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - The Socialist Party (PS) is the best-rated political organization in France, according to a poll by TNS-Sofres. 45 per cent of respondents have a favourable opinion of the Socialists. Aug 13, 2005
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Chirac, Villepin Barely Recovering in France
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Jacques Chirac is slowly regaining public backing in France, according to a poll by CSA released by France Info. 36 per cent of respondents have confidence in the president to face the country's current problems, up four points since June. Aug 8, 2005
- Sarkozy, Villepin Would Fare Well in French Election
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in France are willing to support interior minister Nicolas Sarkozy in the next presidential election, according to a poll by CSA published in Marianne. At least 54 per cent of respondents would vote for the centre-right Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) leader in head-to-head contests against five Socialist politicians. Jul 11, 2005
- Sarkozy Wins, Chirac Loses in French Election
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Interior minister Nicolas Sarkozy is the early favourite in France's presidential race, according to a poll by BVA for LCI. At least 53 per cent of respondents would support the centre-right Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) leader in head-to-head contests against two Socialist politicians. Jul 8, 2005
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Zapatero Keeps Stable Numbers in Spain
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many Spaniards remain content with José Luis RodrÃguez Zapatero, according to a poll by Instituto Opina released by Cadena Ser. 55.4 per cent of respondents approve of the president's performance. Jul 6, 2005
- Sarkozy Could Win French Presidential Ballot
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Interior minister Nicolas Sarkozy could become France's next head of state, according to a poll by Ifop published in Le Journal du Dimanche. At least 52 per cent of respondents would support the centre-right Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) leader in head-to-head contests against six Socialist politicians. Jul 5, 2005
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French Think Chirac Will Lose Next Election
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Few adults in France believe their current president will be able to serve a third consecutive term, according to a poll by CSA published in Le Bleu de Profession Politique. Only 21 per cent of respondents believe Jacques Chirac can win the next presidential ballot. Jun 28, 2005