- Adults in 20 countries appear split on the topic of spirituality, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies for Maclean’s. 48 per cent of respondents say religion is a very important component of their daily lives, while 52 per cent disagree.
- Many adults in 20 countries hold Canada in high regard, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies for Maclean’s. 89 per cent of respondents believe Canadians are tolerant of people from different backgrounds, and 80 per cent think the country is home to one of the most technologically advanced economies in the world.
The 2006 Angus Reid World Poll
Mario Canseco – The Angus Reid World Poll conducted for Maclean’s found that most Europeans and Canadians appear to be turning away from religion, while Indians, South Africans, Mexicans and residents of three Middle East countries still consider it an important part of their daily lives.
- Many adults in 20 countries are concerned about the effect of the United States in the world, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies for Maclean’s. 33 per cent of respondents believe the U.S. is the greatest threat to global stability among seven nations.
- Many adults in 20 countries think Canada is an independent force on the international stage, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies for Maclean’s. 57 per cent of respondents believe Canada is a global leader in working for human rights and peace in the world, while 43 per cent think the country does pretty much what the United States wants it to do.
- Few adults in the Gaza Strip and West Bank are satisfied with their outlook, according to a poll by the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion. 62.3 per cent of respondents are pessimistic about the political and economical conditions in the Palestinian territories.
The 2006 Angus Reid World Poll
Gabriela Perdomo – People in 13 countries believe the United States is the greatest threat to global stability, and residents of eight countries consider American foreign policy as the most menacing issue to the world, the Angus Reid World Poll conducted for Maclean’s found. Overall, most people in the 20 countries surveyed chose the U.S. as the greatest threat from a list that included Iran, Chin
- Adults in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank blame the United States for recent problems, according to a poll by the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion. 30.6 per cent of respondents think the United States is responsible for the deterioration of the economic conditions in the territories of the Palestinian Authority.
- Many adults in 20 countries express appreciation for Nelson Mandela, according to a poll by Angus Reid Strategies for Maclean’s. Respondents gave the former South African president a mean score of 7.0 among 19 global personalities.
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- Adults in Israel are divided on whether their government should expand its operations in the Gaza Strip, according to a poll by Maagar Mochot released by Israel Radio. 48 per cent of respondents support a large scale military operation in the Palestinian territory, while 32 per cent are opposed.
