Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch

Vladimir Putin

Russians Urge Medvedev to Go to TV Debates
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The vast majority of people in Russia want the frontrunner in the country’s presidential race to take part in televised debates with his rivals, according to a poll by Yury Levada Analytical Center. 73 per cent of respondents want to see and hear Dimitry Medvedev discussing his views with opponents. Feb 1, 2008
Medvedev Poised to Become Russia’s President
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The vast majority of people in Russia would support the pro-Kremlin candidate in this year’s presidential election, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 82 per cent of respondents would vote for Dmitry Medvedev in the March ballot, up three points since late December. Jan 26, 2008
Putin is Medvedev’s Main Asset, Say Russians
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Dmitry Medvedev, the overwhelming favourite to win this year’s presidential election in Russia, has clearly benefited from Vladimir Putin’s endorsement, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 42 per cent of respondents think the greatest strength of Medvedev is his closeness to the current president—more important than being energetic, professional and intelligent. Jan 23, 2008
Finns Would Prefer Putin’s Retirement
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in Finland are disappointed with the prospect of Russian president Vladimir Putin remaining in charge of his country’s government, according to a poll by TNS Gallup published in Helsingin Sanomat. 49 per cent of respondents would not want to see Putin staying on as the de facto leader of Russia after the end of his presidency. Jan 10, 2008
Three-in-Four Russian Voters Back Medvedev
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Dmitry Medvedev remains the overwhelming favourite in Russia’s presidential election, according to a poll by the Public Opinion Foundation. 75 per cent of decided voters would back the current deputy prime minister in this year’s ballot. Jan 6, 2008
2007 Better Than 2006 for Russians
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - One-in-four Russian adults are satisfied with what 2007 brought, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 24 per cent of respondents rate the year in a positive light, up three points since 2006. Jan 2, 2008
Medvedev Set for Overwhelming Win in Russia
(Angus Reid Globall Monitor) - Dmitry Medvedev is widely expected to win next year’s presidential ballot in Russia, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 79 per cent of respondents would support the current deputy prime minister in the election. Dec 30, 2007
Putin-Backed Medvedev Leads in Russian Ballot
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Dmitry Medvedev is the clear frontrunner in Russia’s presidential race, according to a poll by the All-Russian Public Opinion Research Center. 45 per cent of respondents would vote for the pro-Kremlin contender in next year’s ballot. Dec 26, 2007
Some Russians Fear U.S. Foreign Policy Targets Them
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Adults in Russia are divided in their assessment of Washington’s foreign policy, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 43 per cent of respondents believe the United States government seeks the complete destruction of Russia, while 42 per cent disagree. Dec 25, 2007
Russians Expect a Fractured Opposition
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Few people in Russia believe the country’s liberal opposition groups will be able to nominate a single presidential candidate in next year’s election, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. Only 23 per cent of respondents think the different parties—including Yabloko and the Union of Right Forces (SPS)—will agree on a sole contender. Dec 24, 2007
Russians See No Fraud in Recent Legislative Ballot
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many people in Russia believe this month’s legislative election was not fraudulent, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 69 per cent of respondents think the results of the State Duma ballot correspond to reality, and 71 per cent are satisfied with the election’s outcome. Dec 22, 2007
Medvedev Gets Boost Before Russian Ballot
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Pro-Kremlin presidential candidate Dmitry Medvedev has enjoyed a surge in support in Russia, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 35 per cent of respondents would vote for the deputy prime minister in next year’s election, up five points since September. Dec 19, 2007
Constitution Helped Government, Say Russians
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many people in Russia hold positive views on their country’s 14-year-old Constitution, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 47 per cent of respondents think the body of law increased the effectiveness of the Russian government. Dec 16, 2007
Russians Pick Order Over Democratic Freedom
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Over two-thirds of adults in Russia believe maintaining order is very important, even if democratic principles and personal freedoms are trampled, according to a poll by Yury Levada Analytical Center. 69 per cent of respondents agree with this statement, while 18 per cent disagree. Dec 12, 2007
Harper and Merkel Admired Around the World
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Stephen Harper and Angela Merkel are among the most admired current heads of government, according to a nine-country poll conducted by Angus Reid Strategies for Maclean’s. On a scale of one to 10, respondents rated the Canadian prime minister and the German chancellor at 5.9 points and 5.7 points respectively. Dec 1, 2007
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