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
Stem Cell Research
- Americans Back Allowing Stem Cell Research
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in the United States support the practice of scientific investigation on embryonic human stem cells, according to a poll by Harris Interactive. 74 per cent of respondents believe this type of research should be allowed, a 13 per cent increase since 2001. Jun 12, 2005
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Slight Drop for Romney in Massachusetts
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Mitt Romney lost public backing in the Bay State this month, according to a poll by the University of Massachusetts. 57 per cent of respondents rate the governor's performance as excellent or good, a four per cent drop since January. May 28, 2005
- Most in U.S. Would Ease Stem Cell Research Rules
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in the United States would like to expand funding for scientific investigation on embryonic human stem cells, according to a poll by Gallup released by CNN and USA Today. 53 per cent of respondents believe existing restrictions should be either eased or lifted. May 26, 2005
- Bush Numbers Drop Once Again in U.S.
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Public support for George W. Bush fell this month in the United States, according to a poll by Gallup released by CNN and USA Today. 46 per cent of respondents approve of the president's performance, a four per cent drop since early April. May 25, 2005
- Americans Reject Two Forms of Human Cloning
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Most adults in the United States are opposed to the creation of genetically identical human beings, according to a poll by International Communications Research for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. 84.3 per cent of respondents believe scientists should not be allowed to use human cloning to try to create children for infertile couples. May 24, 2005
- Americans Take Sides in Stem Cell Funding Debate
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many adults in the United States agree with the approach of California voters to fund scientific investigation on embryonic human stem cells, according to a poll by SRBI Public Affairs published in Time. 50 per cent of respondents say they support raising state funds for this type of research. May 22, 2005
- Country on Wrong Track for Many Americans
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Public backing for George W. Bush dropped slightly in the United States, according to a poll by Hart/McInturff released by the Wall Street Journal and NBC News. 47 per cent of respondents approve of Bush's performance as president, a one per cent reduction since April. May 21, 2005
- Most In U.S. Favour Stem Cell Research
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Many Americans back the practice of scientific investigation on embryonic human stem cells, according to a poll by TNS released by the Washington Post and ABC News. 63 per cent of respondents support this type of research. Apr 30, 2005
- Congress Still Getting Low Marks In U.S.
- (Angus Reid Global Scan) - Few adults in the United States are content with the House of Representatives and the Senate, according to a poll by Ipsos released by the Associated Press. 37 per cent of respondents approve of the way Congress is handling its job, a four per cent drop since March. Apr 11, 2005
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Massachusetts Supports Stem Cell Research
- (Angus Reid Consultants - CPOD Global Scan) - Many adults in the Bay State agree with the practice of scientific investigation on human stem cells, according to a poll by the University of New Hampshire Survey Center. 66 per cent of respondents in Massachusetts support this type of research, while 23 per cent disagree. Mar 18, 2005
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Missourians Support Somatic Cell Research
- (Angus Reid Consultants - CPOD Global Scan) - Many adults in the Show Me State support a specific type of stem cell research, according to a poll by Market Strategies for the Missouri Coalition for Lifesaving Cures. 66 per cent of respondents approve of somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT). Feb 19, 2005
- U.S. Voters Chose (Diverse) Values In 2004
- (Angus Reid - CPOD Global Scan) - Many American voters assessed the moral standards of the presidential candidates before casting their ballot this year, according to a poll by Harris Interactive. 70 per cent of respondents say values were important in deciding which candidate to vote for. Dec 31, 2004
- Stem Cell Referendum May Pass In Switzerland
- (CPOD) Nov. 18, 2004 - Many voters in Switzerland would support scientific investigation on embryonic stem cells, according to a poll by the GfS Research Institute released by the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation. 52 per cent of respondents would vote in favour of this type of research in a nationwide referendum. Nov 18, 2004
- NBC/Wall Street Journal U.S. Poll: Bush 48%, Kerry 46%
- (CPOD) Oct. 22, 2004 - George W. Bush keeps a slim advantage in the 2004 United States presidential race, according to a poll by NBC News and the Wall Street Journal. 48 per cent of respondents would vote for the Republican incumbent, while 46 per cent would support Democratic nominee John Kerry. Oct 22, 2004
- Kerry’s Foreign Policy: A Kinder, Gentler Bush?
- Robert Hartfiel Much has been made of the differences between the two presidential candidates in the United States. Oct 18, 2004