Issue Watch
Track global public opinion on current issues.
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Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch
Same-Sex Marriage
- Spaniards Support Same-Sex Marriage Legislation
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Spain are in favour of a proposal to offer official recognition to gay and lesbian couples, according to a poll by Instituto Opina released by Cadena Ser. 62.2 per cent of respondents support the government's decision to legalize same-sex marriage. May 19, 2005
- Americans Consider Options for Same-Sex Unions
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in the United States are opposed to same-sex marriage, according to a poll by the University of New Hampshire Survey Center published in the Boston Globe. 50 per cent of respondents disapprove of the proposal. May 16, 2005
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Many Back Same-Sex Marriage In New Jersey
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in New Jersey support a proposal to allow wedlock for homosexual partners, according to a poll by Zogby International for Garden State Equality. 54.5 per cent of respondents believe gay couples should have the same freedom as heterosexual couples to marry. May 6, 2005
- Spaniards Assess Past, Present Pontiffs
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Spain hold Pope John Paul II in high regard, according to a poll by Instituto Opina released by Cadena Ser. 69.2 per cent of respondents believe the former pontiff was positive for the Catholic Church. May 5, 2005
- Socialists Five Points Ahead In Spain
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - The Socialist Worker's Party (PSOE) remains the most popular political organization in Spain, according to a poll by Instituto Opina released by Cadena Ser. 43 per cent of respondents would vote for the PSOE in the next general election, while 38 per cent would support the conservative Popular Party (PP). Apr 29, 2005
- Division Over Same-Sex Marriage Continues In U.S.
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - American adults are split on how to formalize the partnerships of gay and lesbian couples, according to a poll by TNS released by the Washington Post and ABC News. 27 per cent of respondents say same-sex couples should be allowed to legally marry, 29 per cent support the concept of civil unions, and 40 per cent would not offer legal recognition to homosexual partners. Apr 27, 2005
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Zapatero’s Numbers Drop In Spain
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Support for José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero fell this month in Spain, according to a poll by Instituto Opina released by Cadena Ser. 54.9 per cent of respondents approve of the president's performance, a 3.3 per cent drop since March. Apr 26, 2005
- Canadians Divided On Calling New Election
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Adults in Canada are split over the possibility of a fresh ballot to the House of Commons, according to a poll by Environics Research Group released by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. 41 per cent of respondents believe no issue justifies a new election, while 34 per cent believe the sponsorship scandal should force a snap ballot. Apr 17, 2005
- Martin’s Rating Drops Severely In Canada
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many Canadians are disappointed with their federal government, according to a poll by Léger Marketing. 56 per cent of respondents are dissatisfied with the performance of the administration headed by prime minister Paul Martin, an eight per cent increase since November. Apr 15, 2005
- Most Canadians Reject Same-Sex Marriage Bill
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in Canada believe a proposal to change the definition of marriage is inadequate, according to a poll by Enrivonics Research Group released by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. 52 per cent of respondents disagree with the Liberal government's plan to include same-sex couples. Apr 13, 2005
- Canadian Conservatives Could Win Election
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - The opposition Conservative party holds the lead in Canada's federal political scene, according to a poll by Ekos Research Associates published in the Toronto Star. 36.2 per cent of respondents would vote for the Tories in the next election. Apr 12, 2005
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More In Connecticut Back Civil Unions
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in the Constitution State would welcome providing some form of legal recognition to gay and lesbian partners, according to a poll by the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute. 56 per cent of respondents would support a law that would allow same-sex couples to form civil unions. Apr 12, 2005
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Same-Sex Marriage OK In New York
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in New York are in favour of applying the concept of wedlock to gay and lesbian couples, according to a poll by Global Strategy Group for Empire State Pride Agenda. 51 per cent of respondents support allowing same-sex couples to marry, while 41 per cent disagree. Apr 9, 2005
- Same-Sex Marriage Support Drops In U.S.
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - More adults in the United States believe the concept of wedlock should not incorporate gay and lesbian couples, according to a poll by Gallup released by CNN and USA Today. 68 per cent of respondents say marriages between homosexuals should not be recognized as valid, a nine per cent increase in a year. Apr 5, 2005
- Americans Assess Scope Of Current Judiciary
- (Angus Reid Consultants - CPOD Global Scan) - Many adults in the United States recall one of the promises made by George W. Bush during last year's electoral campaign, according to a poll by Ayres, McHenry and Associates for the Judicial Confirmation Network. 75 per cent of respondents believe the president should nominate a Supreme Court justice who will apply existing law. Mar 19, 2005