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Track global public opinion on current issues.
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Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch
Same-Sex Marriage
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Same-Sex Marriage No, Partnerships Yes in Colorado
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Colorado are in favour of enacting changes to their constitution, according to a poll by Mason-Dixon Polling and Research Inc. published in the Denver Post. 55 per cent of respondents in the Centennial State support an amendment to ban same-sex marriage, while 36 per cent disagree. Feb 14, 2006
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Canadians Review Key Priorities for Harper
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - A large number of adults in Canada believe their incoming prime minister should focus on two specific issues during his term, according to a poll by Environics Research Group released by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. 80 per cent of respondents think the Conservative government headed by Stephen Harper should increase mandatory minimum sentences for gun crimes, a Jan 26, 2006
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Many in Washington Oppose Same-Sex Marriage
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in the Evergreen State reject changing the definition of marriage, according to a poll by SurveyUSA. 62 per cent of respondents in Washington believe marriage is a union between one man and one woman, while 34 per cent think it is a union between two adults, regardless of gender. Jan 15, 2006
- Canada 2006: The case for an inclusive debate
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) Mario Canseco - Later this week, interested Canadians will watch the four leaders of the parties represented in the House of Commons discuss several topics on television, in two different days and in two different languages. Dec 14, 2005
- Canada 2006: The Timbit Election
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) Angus Reid - There's a lot of speculation early in the current Canadian election campaign that on voting day things will look pretty much like they did after the last election: a Liberal minority. Dec 8, 2005
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Austrians Reject Pope’s Same-Sex Marriage Stance
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Austria have a problem with the position of Pope Benedict XVI on whether homosexuals should be allowed to get married, according to a poll by OGM. 70 per cent of respondents think the pontiff is wrong in requesting all Catholic politicians to oppose same-sex marriage. Dec 5, 2005
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Canada Election 2006: BC Emerging as Battleground
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - The Liberal party remains in first place in Canada, according to a three-day rolling poll by The Strategic Counsel released by CTV and the Globe and Mail. 35 per cent of respondents would vote for the Liberals in next month's federal election. Dec 3, 2005
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Mexicans Support Status Quo on Social Issues
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Few Mexican adults believe assisted dying should be permitted in their country, according to a poll by Instituto de Mercadotecnia y Opinión. Only 35.9 per cent of respondents agree with the legalization of euthanasia. Dec 1, 2005
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Many in New Hampshire Reject Same-Sex Marriage
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in New Hampshire believe the unions of gay and lesbian partners should not be equated to wedlock, according to a poll by Research 2000 published in the Concord Monitor. 58 per cent of respondents in the Granite State support changing their constitution to define marriage as a union only between a man and a woman. Dec 1, 2005
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Many in Arkansas Oppose Same-Sex Marriage
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in the Natural State reject the concepts of same-sex marriage and civil unions, according to a poll by the Survey Research Center at the University of Arkansas. 54 per cent of respondents believe there should be no legal recognition of a gay couple's relationship. Nov 9, 2005
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High Support for Marriage Initiative in Arizona
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in the Grand Canyon State support a proposal that would ban same-sex marriage, according to a poll by the Arizona Republic. 57 per cent of respondents would vote in favour of an initiative defining marriage as a union between a man and woman. Oct 30, 2005
- French Review Treatment of Homosexuals
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Residents of France have diverse views on the way society as a whole behaves towards gays and lesbians, according to a poll by Louis-Harris for Rainbow Attitude. 38 per cent of respondents believe French people are intolerant towards homosexuals, while 29 per cent believe they are tolerant. Oct 23, 2005
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Californians Back Governor on Same-Sex Marriage
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in California support the way Arnold Schwarzenegger dealt with a proposal to legalize gay marriage in the state, according to a poll by SurveyUSA released by KABC-TV. 63 per cent of respondents believe the governor made the right decision in vetoing the bill. Oct 14, 2005
- Same-Sex Marriage a Hard Sell in Italy
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many Italians would not grant official recognition to gay and lesbian partnerships, according to a poll by Ispo Ltd. 70 per cent of respondents are opposed to same-sex marriage. Oct 10, 2005
- Spaniards OK With Same-Sex Marriage Law
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Spain believe the conservative Popular Party (PP) should not seek to ban a law that grants official recognition to gay and lesbian partnerships, according to a poll by Instituto Opina released by Cadena Ser. 60 per cent of respondents believe the party's proposed legal recourse is a negative development. Oct 4, 2005