Angus Reid Global Monitor : Issue Watch

Death Penalty

Most Americans Support Hussein’s Execution
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in the United States believe Saddam Hussein should be executed, according to a six-country poll by Harris Interactive for France 24 and Le Monde. 82 per cent of respondents in the U.S. support enforcing the death sentence on the deposed Iraqi leader. Dec 29, 2006
Germans Satisfied with Hussein Verdict
- Many adults in Germany are content with the conclusion of Saddam Hussein's trial, according to a poll by Forsa released by Stern and RTL. 59 per cent of respondents agree with the verdict. Nov 18, 2006
Clark Drops, Brash Lower in New Zealand
- Fewer adults in New Zealand are expressing satisfaction with their prime minister, according to a poll by TNS released by TV3. 53 per cent of respondents rate Helen Clark's performance in a positive light, down five points since August. Nov 8, 2006
Mexico Divided Over Capital Punishment
- Mexican adults are split on whether the death penalty should be used in their country, according to a poll by Parametría. 44 per cent of respondents disapprove of the death penalty, while 38 per cent are in favour of it. Nov 4, 2006
Most in Poland Satisfied with Place in EU
- Many Poles are happy with their country's accession into the European Union (EU), according to a poll by TNS OBOP. 72 per cent of respondents rate Poland's membership in the EU as positive. Nov 1, 2006
El Salvador Split on How to Deal with Crime
- Salvadoran adults hold differing views on the best way to curb unlawful activity, according to a poll by CID-Gallup published in El Diario de Hoy. 29 per cent of respondents support deploying the army to fight criminals, while 24 per cent would prefer to enact tougher punishments. Oct 22, 2006
President García Loses Five Points in Peru
- Support for Alan García fell slightly in Peru, according to a poll by Apoyo published in El Comercio. 58 per cent of respondents approve of their president's performance, down five points since August. Sep 21, 2006
ALP Leads, Coalition Falters in Australia
- The opposition Australian Labor Party (ALP) is the top political organization in the country, according to a Newspoll published in The Australian. 41 per cent of respondents would vote for the ALP in the next legislative election, while 39 per cent would support the governing Coalition of Liberals and Nationals. Sep 18, 2006
Indonesians Reject Islamic Law Provisions
- Many adults in Indonesia think some elements of sharia or Islamic law should be abandoned, according to a poll by the Indonesian Survey Circle. 77.3 per cent of respondents are opposed to cutting the hand of a thief, and 77 per cent reject making women wear traditional head scarves. Aug 27, 2006
Many Brazilians Favour Death Penalty
- Adults in Brazil think capital punishment should be put into practice in their country, according to a poll by Datafolha published in Folha de Sao Paulo. 51 per cent of respondents would vote to reinstate the death penalty in a referendum, while 42 per cent would not. Aug 24, 2006
Peruvians Would Bring Back Death Penalty
- Many adults in Peru believe capital punishment should be implemented again, according to a poll by Apoyo published in El Comercio. 82 per cent of respondents support the death penalty for people convicted of child molestation and murder. Aug 21, 2006
Peru’s García Starts Term with High Numbers
- Many Peruvian adults are satisfied with the performance of their new president, according to a poll by CPI. 71.8 per cent of respondents approve of Alan García's performance. Aug 14, 2006
Bolivia Ponders Changes to Current Constitution
- Adults in Bolivia are divided on the issues that should be tackled by the National Constituent Assembly, according to a poll by Apoyo, Opinión y Mercado. 48 per cent of respondents want the topic of autonomy to be discussed in the sessions. Aug 6, 2006
Wisconsin Backs Death Penalty with DNA
- Many adults in the Badger State would be in favour of capital punishment if a murder conviction is supported by DNA evidence, according to a poll by the University of Wisconsin Survey Center. 55.6 per cent of respondents say they would allow the death penalty in these cases. Jul 20, 2006
Russians Upset After Iraq Assassinations
- Many adults in Russia are disappointed with the way their government dealt with a hostage crisis in Iraq, according to a poll by the All-Russian Public Opinion Research Center. 49 per cent of respondents think Russian authorities did not do all they could to rescue four Russian diplomats who were kidnapped. Jul 10, 2006
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