Issue Watch
Track global public opinion on current issues.
- 2008: Race for the White House
- Abortion
- Africa
- Angela Merkel
- Death Penalty
- Economy and Globalization
- Environment
- European Union
- George W. Bush
- Global Warming
- Gordon Brown
- Hamas
- Immigration
- Iran
- Iraq War
- Italy Election 2008
- Kevin Rudd
- Latin America
- Nicolas Sarkozy
- North Korea
- Oil and Gas
- Same-Sex Marriage
- Stem Cell Research
- Stephen Harper
- Terrorism
- U.S. Election 2008 - The Democrats
- U.S. Election 2008 - The Republicans
- U.S. Election 2008: The Primaries
- Vladimir Putin
- Yasuo Fukuda
Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch
2008: Race for the White House
- American Voters Knew Candidates, Debates Helpful
- (CPOD) Nov. 15, 2004 - Voters in the United States were aware of the proposals of both main presidential contenders in 2004, according to a poll by Princeton Survey Research Associates for the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press. 86 per cent of respondents say they learned enough about the candidates to make an informed choice, an 11 per cent increase from the 1996 election. Nov 15, 2004
- Too Much Mud Slinging, Unhelpful Ads In U.S. Politics
- (CPOD) Nov. 15, 2004 - Many Americans believe the 2004 United States presidential race featured negative campaigning, according to a poll by Princeton Survey Research Associates for the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press. 72 per cent of respondents say there was more mud slinging in this month's election, a 38 per cent increase since 2000. Nov 15, 2004
- Negative Feelings In Italy After Bush Win
- (CPOD) Nov. 8, 2004 - Many Italians seem disappointed with George W. Bush's re-election in the United States, according to a poll by Istituto Piepoli. 78 per cent of respondents believe the Republican incumbent's win provoked negative feelings. Nov 8, 2004
- Terrorism First, Economy Second For U.S. Voters
- (CPOD) Nov. 8, 2004 - Protection and safety were the main concerns for Americans in the 2004 United States presidential election, according to a poll by Greenberg Quinlan Rosner Research. 33 per cent of respondents say terrorism and security were the most important issue areas in deciding their vote. Nov 8, 2004
- In Argentina, Bush Victory Triggers Worries
- (CPOD) Nov. 8, 2004 - The re-election of George W. Bush in the United States is a concern for many people in Argentina, according to a poll by Ricardo Rouvier y Asociados. 49.8 per cent of respondents believe Bush's win will be "more negative" for the South American country. Nov 8, 2004
- U.S. Voters Keep Mixed Feelings After Election
- (CPOD) Nov. 8, 2004 - The outcome of last week's presidential election has caused a variety of emotions among voters in the United States, according to a poll by Ipsos released by the Associated Press. While 58 per cent of respondents feel hopeful, 48 per cent are personally disappointed by the result. Nov 8, 2004
- Bush Approval At 51% After Re-election
- (CPOD) Nov. 8, 2004 - George W. Bush has regained public support in the United States after his re-election, according to a poll by Ipsos released by the Associated Press. 51 per cent of respondents approve of the president's performance, a three per cent increase since October. Nov 8, 2004
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No Problems In Florida, Election Seen As Fair
- (CPOD) Nov. 7, 2004 - Most people in Florida are satisfied with the electoral system in the United States, according to a poll by SurveyUSA released by WFLA-TV. 54 per cent of respondents say the process is fundamentally sound, while 43 per cent believe it is flawed. Nov 7, 2004
- Jump For Bush Approval After Re-election
- (CPOD) Nov. 6, 2004 - George W. Bush is regaining public support in the United States, according to a poll by Rasmussen Reports. 54.1 per cent of respondents approve of the president's performance, a 3.4 per cent increase in four days. Nov 6, 2004
- Bush Win “Bad” In France
- (CPOD) Nov. 5, 2004 - George W. Bush's re-election is regarded as a negative incident in France, according to a poll by CSA. 65 per cent of respondents believe the Republican incumbent's victory in the Nov. 2 presidential election is a "bad thing." Nov 5, 2004
- Kerry Right To Concede, Say Americans
- (CPOD) Nov. 5, 2004 - Many Americans believe John Kerry was right to accept defeat in the 2004 United States presidential election, according to a poll by Gallup released by CNN and USA Today. 80 per cent of respondents agree with the Democratic nominee's decision. Nov 5, 2004
- Americans Mull Abolishing Electoral College
- (CPOD) Nov. 5, 2004 - Many Americans would consider doing away with the Electoral College, according to a poll by Harris Interactive. 64 per cent of respondents would support a constitutional amendment to allow the election of the American head of state by popular vote. Nov 5, 2004
- Bush Won Fairly, But Americans Divided
- (CPOD) Nov. 4, 2004 - Most Americans believe Republican incumbent George W. Bush earned re-election justly, according to a poll by Gallup released by CNN and USA Today. 74 per cent of respondents say the United States president won the Nov. 2 election "fair and square." Nov 4, 2004
- Bush Holds Electoral Vote Lead Over Kerry
- Mario Canseco Four weeks away from the election, and with two debates to go, the United States presidential race remains closely contested. Oct 5, 2004
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District Of Columbia Supports Kerry
- (CPOD) Sept. 22, 2004 - John Kerry would carry the District of Columbia in the 2004 United States presidential election, according to a poll by American Research Group. 78 per cent of respondents would vote for the Democratic nominee, while 11 per cent would support Republican incumbent George W. Bush. Sep 22, 2004