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Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch
Same-Sex Marriage
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Same-Sex Marriage Ban Gains Support in Florida
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in the Sunshine State are opposed to the concept of wedlock for homosexual partners, according to a poll by Strategic Vision. 59 per cent of respondents in Florida favour a state constitutional ban on same-sex marriages, up three points since June. Aug 29, 2005
- Same-Sex Marriage No, Civil Unions Yes in U.S.
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many Americans believe the concept of wedlock should not be applied to homosexual partners, according to a poll by Princeton Survey Research Associates for the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press and the Pew Forum on Religion & Public Life. 53 per cent of respondents oppose allowing gays and lesbians to marry legally. Aug 4, 2005
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Many in Florida Reject Same-Sex Marriage
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Florida disagree with the concept of wedlock for homosexual partners, according to a poll by Strategic Vision. 59 per cent of respondents in the Sunshine State favour a state constitutional ban on same-sex marriages. Jul 31, 2005
- Most Peruvians Against Same-Sex Marriage
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Peru would not offer legal recognition to gay and lesbian partnerships, according to a poll by Universidad de Lima. 78.4 per cent of respondents in Lima and Callao disagree with same-sex marriage. Jul 24, 2005
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Liberals Get Double-Digit Lead in Canada
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - The Liberal party has extended its advantage in Canada, according to a poll by Pollara Inc. 38 per cent of respondents would vote for the Liberals in the next federal election. Jul 21, 2005
- Canadians Support Same-Sex Marriage Bill
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Canada believe the legislation that allows gay and lesbian partners to get married should be maintained by the next government, according to a poll by The Strategic Counsel released by CTV and the Globe and Mail. 55 per cent of respondents believe Bill C-38 should stand, while 39 per cent would repeal it. Jul 20, 2005
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Americans Compile Supreme Court Wish List
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Adults in the United States have differing opinions on the characteristics the next nominee to the country's foremost tribunal must have, according to a poll by Hart/McInturff released by the Wall Street Journal and NBC News. 63 per cent of respondents believe appointing a judge who favours allowing religious references in public life would be a step in the right directi Jul 18, 2005
- Most Americans Would Reject Same-Sex Marriage
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in the United States would not grant official recognition to gay and lesbian partnerships, according to a poll by Rasmussen Reports. 66 per cent of respondents favour the traditional definition of marriage as a union between one man and one woman. Jul 15, 2005
- Spaniards Back Same-Sex Marriage, Not Adoption
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Spain are in favour of granting official recognition to gay and lesbian partnerships, according to a poll by Instituto Noxa published in La Vanguardia. 66 per cent of respondents support allowing homosexual couples to get married. Jul 14, 2005
- Most Colombians Reject Same-Sex Marriage
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Colombia believe gay and lesbian partnerships should not be officially sanctioned, according to a poll by YanHaas released by Radio RCN. 67.1 per cent of respondents are opposed to allowing same-sex marriage. Jul 6, 2005
- Mexico Deeply Divided on Social Issues
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many Mexican adults believe euthanasia should be allowed, according to a poll by Consulta Mitofsky. 57.6 per cent of respondents agree with a proposal to legalize "assisted dying." Jul 5, 2005
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PSOE Leads, Popular Party Second in Spain
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - The Socialist Worker's Party (PSOE) is the most popular political organization in Spain, according to a poll by Instituto Opina released by Cadena Ser. 45.5 per cent of respondents would vote for the PSOE in the next general election, while 39 per cent would support the conservative Popular Party (PP). Jul 3, 2005
- Same-Sex Adoptions Split Views in Belgium
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many Belgian adults believe gay and lesbian partners should not raise minors, according to a poll by La Libre Belgique. 54 per cent of respondents are opposed to allowing same-sex couples to adopt children, while 46 per cent support the proposal. Jul 3, 2005
- Same-Sex Marriage Legislation OK in Spain
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many Spaniards back their government's rationale to officially recognize gay and lesbian partnerships, according to a poll by Instituto Opina released by Cadena Ser. 62.1 per cent of respondents support legalizing same-sex marriage. Jul 2, 2005
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Slump Apparently Over for Canada’s Liberals
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - The Liberal party is once again the leading political organization in Canada, according to a poll by Pollara Inc. 36 per cent of respondents would vote for the Liberals in the next federal election. Jun 30, 2005