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Angus Reid Global Monitor : Polls & Research
Americans Hope UN Is Relevant In Future Conflicts
(CPOD) Mar. 31, 2003 - Americans support their president's decision to go to war, but also hope the United Nations (UN) will be significant in conflict resolution, according to a poll by Knowledge Networks released by the Program for International Policy Attitudes. 54 per cent of respondents agree with George W. Bush's decision to invade Iraq, and 58 per cent believe the UN will be relevant in future matters of war and peace.
The start of the military campaign without the backing of the Security Council has raised questions about the future role of the UN. 52 per cent of respondents say the UN should be in charge of Iraq after the conflict ends, until a new democratic government can be established.
The UN is also the first choice when it comes to another trouble spot. 72 per cent of respondents believe the organization should take the lead in any measures regarding North Korea's alleged nuclear weapons program.
Polling Data
How do you fell about president Bush's decision to invade Iraq without United Nations (UN) Security Council authorization?
I agree with the decision | 54% |
I do not agree with the decision | 23% |
I do not agree, but I support the president | 21% |
Will the UN be relevant in matters of war and peace in the future?
UN will be relevant | 58% |
UN will not be relevant | 37% |
Who should be in charge of governing Iraq until a new government is established?
The United Nations | 52% |
The United States | 30% |
The people of Iraq | 4% |
Coalition forces | 3% |
Iraqis selected by the U.S. | 1% |
Exiled Iraqi opposition | 1% |
Who should take the lead when it comes to stopping North Korea from making nuclear weapons?
The United Nations | 72% |
The United States | 26% |
Source: Knowledge Networks / Program for International Policy Attitudes at the University of Maryland
Methodology: Interviews to 795 American adults, conducted from Mar. 22 to Mar. 25, 2003. Margin of error is 3.5 per cent.