Issue: AbortionRSS

(08/31/05) -

Britons Would Amend Abortion Regulations

(Angus Reid Global Scan) – Many adults in Britain believe existing rules regarding pregnancy termination should be changed, according to a poll by YouGov published in the Daily Telegraph. 58 per cent of respondents would reduce the existing legal limit of 24 weeks for abortions.

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(08/29/05) -

One Measure Might Pass in California’s Election

(Angus Reid Global Scan) – Adults in the Golden State could enact at least one change to existing legislation, according to a poll by the Public Policy Institute of California. 58 per cent of respondents back the proposal to prohibit public employee labour organizations from using dues or fees for political contributions unless the employee provides prior consent.

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(08/10/05) -

Most Americans Would Confirm Roberts

(Angus Reid Global Scan) – Many adults in the United States think John Roberts should be allowed to join the country’s foremost tribunal, according to a poll by Princeton Survey Research Associates published in Newsweek. 47 per cent of respondents say George W. Bush’s nominee should be confirmed by the Senate to serve on the Supreme Court, while 24 per cent disagree.

(08/10/05) -

Abortion Regulations Split Views in U.S.

(Angus Reid Global Scan) – Pregnancy termination remains a divisive issue in the United States, according to a poll by CBS News. 28 per cent of respondents believe abortion should be permitted in all cases, while 15 per cent would place greater restrictions on the procedure.

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(08/09/05) -

Americans Want Roberts to Discuss Abortion

(Angus Reid Global Scan) – Many adults in the United States believe the members of the upper house should talk about pregnancy termination with Supreme Court nominee John Roberts, according to a poll by CBS News. 65 per cent of respondents believe Roberts’ position on abortion should be important for senators.

(08/08/05) -

Americans Split on Abortion, Back Roe v. Wade

(Angus Reid Global Scan) – Adults in the United States hold different views on the topic of pregnancy termination, according to a poll by Princeton Survey Research Associates for the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press and the Pew Forum on Religion & Public Life. 35 per cent of respondents believe abortion should be generally available to those who want it, while 23 per cent would

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(08/03/05) -

Portuguese Want Referendum on Abortion Laws

(Angus Reid Global Scan) – Many adults in Portugal believe a nationwide vote should settle the country’s regulations on pregnancy termination, according to a poll by Marktest released by Diario de Noticias and TSF Radio. 49 per cent of respondents support the government’s plan to hold a referendum on abortion this year.

(08/02/05) -

Colombians Reject Legalizing Abortion

(Angus Reid Global Scan) – Many adults in Colombia are opposed to pregnancy termination, according to a poll by YanHaas released by Radio RCN. 65.6 per cent of respondents think abortion should remain illegal.

(08/01/05) -

Americans Assess Specific Abortion Provisions

(Angus Reid Global Scan) – Many adults in the United States favour setting strict guidelines for pregnancy termination, according to a poll by the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute. 70 per cent of respondents are in favour of instituting a 24-hour waiting period for women seeking an abortion.

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(07/31/05) -

Americans Like Roberts, But Want Answers on Abortion

(Angus Reid Global Scan) – Many adults in the United States are content with George W. Bush’s selection to the Supreme Court, according to a poll by the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute. 44 per cent of respondents approve of the president’s decision to nominate John Roberts.