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
Nicolas Sarkozy
- Confidence On French Government Wanes
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - The French government gets mixed reviews on its approach to the country's problems, according to a poll by Ifop published in Ouest France. 62 per cent of respondents trust the current administration to deal with public safety concerns, racism and anti-Semitism. Jan 7, 2005
- French Assess Sarkozy-Chirac Presidential Duel
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in France believe former finance minister Nicolas Sarkozy should run for president even if Jacques Chirac seeks a third term in office, according to a poll by BVA published in L'Express. 54 per cent of respondents support Sarkozy's candidacy, even if Chirac is a contender. Dec 15, 2004
- French Assess Effects Of “Positive Discrimination”
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Adults in France are divided over the implementation of "positive discrimination" to support certain minorities, according to a poll by CSA released by France Info. 48 per cent of respondents believe the practice is positive, while 41 per cent say it contradicts republican principles. Dec 13, 2004
- Greens, Socialists Get High Marks In France
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - The Greens (Verts) are the top rated political organization in France, according to a poll by Ipsos published in Le Point. 56 per cent of respondents have a favourable opinion of the political party. Nov 27, 2004
- Chirac Steady, Raffarin Down In France
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Jacques Chirac maintains stable public backing in France, according to a poll by BVA published in L'Express. 54 per cent of respondents have a good opinion of the president, a one per cent increase since October. Nov 18, 2004
- In France, Chirac-Sarkozy Duel Just Underway
- Mario Canseco The expected confirmation of Nicolas Sarkozy as president of the centre-right Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) next weekend will cap a shaky year for Jacques Chirac. Nov 18, 2004
- French Believe Sarkozy Will Affect Chirac
- (CPOD) Nov. 17, 2004 - Many French adults believe the political aspirations of finance minister Nicolas Sarkozy will have a negative effect on current president Jacques Chirac, according to a poll by BVA published in L'Express. 53 per cent of respondents think Sarkozy will become a hindrance for Chirac, while 24 per cent regard him as an asset. Nov 17, 2004
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French Review Raffarin’s “Successor”
- (CPOD) Sept. 18, 2004 - There is no clear consensus on who should become France's prime minister in case Jean-Pierre Raffarin is replaced, according to a poll by BVA published in L'Express. 18 per cent of respondents would prefer current interior minister Dominique de Villepin, while 15 per cent would choose employment minister Jean-Louis Borloo. Sep 18, 2004
- Sarkozy Outranks Chirac, Raffarin In France
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Nicolas Sarkozy has become one of the most popular public servants in France, according to a poll by Ipsos published in Le Point. 60 per cent of respondents have a favourable opinion of the current finance minister. Sep 1, 2004
- French Assess Workweek Law, Tax Breaks
- (CPOD) Aug. 31, 2004 - Many adults in France disagree with plans to modify the country's labour legislation, according to a poll by Ifop published in Le Journal du Dimanche. 56 per cent of respondents oppose scrapping existing workweek regulations. Aug 31, 2004
- Chirac Gets Mostly High Marks In France
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - French adults have a mostly positive opinion of their president, according to a poll by CSA published in La-Croix. More than 63 per cent of respondents believe Jacques Chirac is a courageous and charismatic politician, and a worthy representative of France in foreign countries. Aug 2, 2004
- French Support Changes To Labour Laws
- (CPOD) Jul. 9, 2004 - Many adults in France want to modify the country's labour legislation, according to a poll by Ipsos. 43 per cent of respondents say existing regulations should be loosened, while 24 per cent favour enacting an in-depth reform. Jul 9, 2004
- Sarkozy Would Win 2007 Run-Off In France
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Current finance minister Nicolas Sarkozy of the Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) would defeat either of two socialist politicians in potential head-to-head presidential contests, according to a poll by BVA published in Marianne. 52 per cent of respondents would vote for Sarkozy in a two-man contest against Dominique Strauss-Kahn. Jun 1, 2004
- French See Good Qualities In Sarkozy
- (CPOD) May 31, 2004 - Many French voters in France regard finance minister Nicolas Sarkozy in a positive light, according to a poll by CSA published in Le Parisien. More than 70 per cent of respondents regard Sarkozy as ambitious, courageous and effective. May 31, 2004
- French Back Sarkozy’s New Role
- (CPOD) May 6, 2004 - Citizens of France think Nicolas Sarkozy will do a good job as the country's new finance minister, according to a poll by CSA published in L'Expansion. 66 per cent of respondents say Sarkozy's tenure will be positive. May 6, 2004