(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Some people in Russia think their former president and current prime minister is the person who actually holds power, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 34 per cent of respondents say the real authority in the Russian Federation lies in Vladimir Putin’s hands, down two points since last July.
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Russia’s former president Vladimir Putin and his anointed successor Dmitry Medvedev continue to draw massive public support, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 75 per cent of respondents approve of president Medvedev’s performance, while 85 per cent are satisfied with the work of prime minister Putin.
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Most people in Russia expect a tough year for their country’s finances, according to a poll by Bashkirova & Partners. 56 per cent of respondents say the economic situation will be more difficult in 2009 compared to last year.
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Vladimir Putin and Dmitry Medvedev continue to enjoy high ratings in Russia, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 83 per cent of respondents approve of the way the current prime minister has handled his duties, while 76 per cent feel the same way about the president’s performance.
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Public support for both former Russian president Vladimir Putin and successor Dmitry Medvedev increased last month, according to a poll by the Yuri Levada Analytical Center. 86 per cent of respondents approve of the way Putin has handled his duties as prime minister, while 78 per cent are satisfied with Medvedev’s performance.
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Most people in Russia are dissatisfied with their government’s handling of the national economy, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 53 per cent of respondents think the administration of Dmitry Medvedev has managed unemployment, inflation and financial issues badly.
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Most people in Russia agree with a proposal to extend the tenure of the head of state and the members of the lower house, according to a poll by the All-Russian Public Opinion Research Center. 56 per cent of respondents agree with lengthening the presidential term from four to six years, and the State Duma’s term from four to five years.
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Support for Dmitry Medvedev fell slightly in Russia, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 76 per cent of respondents approve of their president’s performance, down seven points since September.
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – The vast majority of people in Russia think their country needs a transformation, according to a poll by Bashkirova & Partners. 75 per cent of respondents say Russian society should change through gradual reforms, while 7.7 per cent think a radical change by the way of a revolution is the answer.
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Most people in Russia believe their government is seeking to improve relations with neighbouring Ukraine, according to a poll by the Public Opinion Foundation. 56 per cent of respondents share this view, while 16 per cent disagree.
