Dated 29th Nov. - 5th Dec. 09'
EAST EUROPE
Fewer Russians Would Restore Death Penalty
Fewer adults in Russia believe capital punishment should be completely restore
d in the country, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 37 per cent of respondents would like to see this happen, down 17 points since 2000.
December 05, 2009
Russians Are Smitten With President Medvedev
A large majority of people in Russia express satisfaction with Dmitry Medvedev’s leadership, according to a poll by Yury Levada Analytical Centre. 74 per cent of respondents approve of the president’s performance, up two points since October.
December 02, 2009
WEST EUROPE
Britons Doubtful About Copenhagen Success
People in Britain do not expect this month’s Climate Change Summit in Denmark to result in a comprehensive agreement to deal with global warming, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. While 58 per cent of respondents would prefer to see a legally binding agreement that sets specific targets for all signatories, only nine per cent foresee this actually happening.
December 03, 2009
Relations with EU Will Not Change, Say Britons
Most people in Britain believe the appointment of Belgian prime minister Herman Van Rompuy as president of the European Union (EU) and Catherine Ashton as high representative for foreign policy will make no difference in how Britain relates to the continental group, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 54 per cent of respondents share this view.
December 01, 2009
NORTH AMERICA
U.S. Seen as Less Important, China as More Powerful
The general public and members of the Council on Foreign Relations are apprehensive and uncertain about America's place in the world. Growing numbers in both groups see the United States playing a less important role globally, while acknowledging the increasing stature of China. And the general public, which is in a decidedly inward-looking frame of mind when it comes to global affairs, is less supportive of increasing the number of U.S. troops in Afghanistan than are CFR members.
December 3, 2009
In U.S., Trust Varies With Income, Education, Race, and Age
Is community trust a luxury in America? Gallup data offer some support for that idea -- 82% of those making $90,000 per year or more say they would expect a neighbor who found a lost wallet or purse containing $200 to return it. In contrast, 50% of those making less than $24,000 per year expressed this kind of trust in their neighbors.
December 04, 2009
In U.S., More Support for Increasing Troops in Afghanistan
Americans over the last two weeks have become slightly more likely to favor sending more U.S. troops to Afghanistan, and slightly less likely to favor a reduction in forces. At this point, 47% of Americans would advise President Obama to increase the number of U.S. troops -- either by the roughly 40,000 recommended by the commanding general in Afghanistan or by a smaller amount -- while 39% would advise Obama to reduce the number of troops. Another 9% would opt to leave troop levels as they are, while 5% have no opinion.
December 2, 2009
Americans Split on Whether Goals in Afghanistan Will Be Met
The unveiling of President Obama's new military strategy for Afghanistan has not left Americans overly confident that it will succeed -- 48% say the U.S. is certain or likely to achieve its goals in the war, while 45% say the U.S. is unlikely to do so or is certain not to achieve its aims.
December 4, 2009
Obama’s Plan for Afghanistan Finds Bipartisan Support
President Obama has managed to thread the needle with his newly announced Afghanistan strategy, with his approach winning the approval of a majority of both Democrats (58%) and Republicans (55%) in a USA Today/Gallup poll conducted Wednesday night. At the same time, less than a majority of independents approve (45%). Among Americans overall, 51% approve of the strategy while 40% disapprove.
December 3, 2009
Americans See Protectionism, Tax Cuts as Ways to Create Jobs
As President Obama holds a jobs summit Thursday to discuss ways to address the problem of growing unemployment in the United States, Americans' top prescriptions for creating more jobs are to keep manufacturing jobs in the U.S. (18%), lower taxes (14%), provide more help to small businesses (12%), and create more infrastructure work (10%).
December 2, 2009
Majority of Americans Think Near-Term Terrorism Unlikely
By 57% to 39%, more Americans think a terrorist attack on the United States is unlikely to happen in the next few weeks than say an attack is likely. This is based on Gallup polling conducted Nov. 20-22, prior to President Obama's address to the nation on Afghanistan in which he said the need to fight terrorism is the primary reason he is committing more U.S. troops to the conflict there.
December 2, 2009
Few Americans Expect Real Deal at Copenhagen
Few Americans believe the upcoming Climate Change Summit in Denmark will lead to a legally binding agreement to tackle global warming, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. While 44 per cent of respondents would like to see a deal that sets specific targets for all signatories, only 11 per cent think this will happen.
December 04, 2009
Support for Afghan Mission Dwindles in U.S.
Fewer adults in the United States are backing the mission in Afghanistan, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 49 per cent of respondents support the military operation involving American soldiers in Afghanistan, down five points since October.
December 03, 2009
Republicans Say Palin Would Be Good President
Former Alaska governor Sarah Palin is a popular option for the 2012 presidential election in the United States amongst Republican Party supporters, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 47 per cent of GOP voters think Palin would be a good president.
December 02, 2009
Approval for Congress Improves in the U.S.
Public satisfaction with the work of the House of Representatives and the Senate increased this month, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 27 per cent of respondents approve of the performance of the U.S. Congress, up five points since October.
November 30, 2009
Canadians Decline Expanded Role in Afghanistan
People in Canada believe their country should not commit more soldiers to the war in Afghanistan, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 66 per cent of respondents agree with this rationale.
December 04, 2009
Canadians Review Bilateral Ties with China
Canadians believe their country’s long-term policy with China should focus on human rights and minority rights, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 63 per cent of respondents feel this way, while 37 per cent would place more emphasis on the trading relationship.
December 03, 2009
Canadians Want Free Trade Deal with India
Most people in Canada would endorse a potential free trade agreement with India, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 55 per cent of respondents would agree with establishing bi-lateral trade relations with the South Asian country.
December 01, 2009
Canadians Reject Infidelity, Polygamy and Cloning
A large proportion of Canadians believe certain specific social behaviours are morally acceptable, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion published in Maclean’s. At least 79 per cent of respondents feel this way about contraception, sexual relations between an unmarried man and woman, divorce, and having a baby outside of marriage.
November 30, 2009
Canadians Want Inquiry on Afghan Allegations
Most people in Canada believe a public inquiry on what the government and the Canadian Forces knew about reports of prisoner torture in Afghanistan is necessary at this time, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion published in the Toronto Star. 53 per cent of respondents support this notion, while 36 per cent oppose it.
November 29, 2009
LATIN AMERICA
Mexicans Want to Keep Drug War Going
Few adults in Mexico would consent to the legalization of drugs, according to a poll by GEA-ISA. 75 per cent of respondents think it is necessary to keep fighting drug traffickers for an unlimited amount of time.
December 05, 2009
Half of Mexicans Content with Calderón
Public support for Mexican president Felipe Calderón fell last month, according to a poll by Berumen y Asociados published in El Universal. 50.4 per cent of respondents approve of Calderón’s performance, down 3.3 points since June.
December 04, 2009
Brazil’s Serra Loses Appeal as Election Looms
The presidential bid of Sao Paulo governor Jose Serra is losing traction as the election year draws near, according to a poll by Instituto Sensus. 31.8 per cent of respondents would vote for Serra of the conservative Brazilian Party of Social Democracy (PSDB) in the 2010 election, down 7.7 points since September.
December 03, 2009
Peruvians Want to Scrap Mandatory Voting
The vast majority of people in Peru would support holding a referendum on whether voting should become voluntary as opposed to mandatory, according to a poll by Ipsos, Apoyo, Opinión y Mercado published in El Comercio. 74 per cent of respondents agree with holding the referendum, while 24 per cent disagree.
December 02, 2009
Mexicans Would Back PRI Candidate in 2012
Mexico’s presidency could return to the hands of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) in the next election, according to a poll by GEA-ISA. 49 per cent of respondents would vote for the PRI candidate in the next presidential ballot, up four points since August.
December 02, 2009
More Cubans Urge for Change in Politics, Economy
The number of Cubans calling for an overhaul of the country’s political system has increased, according to a poll by the International Republican Institute. If given the chance, 75.2 per cent of respondents would vote to change the current system into a democracy, up 12 points since November 2008.
December 01, 2009
More Cubans Urge for Change in Politics, Economy
The number of Cubans calling for an overhaul of the country’s political system has increased, according to a poll by the International Republican Institute. If given the chance, 75.2 per cent of respondents would vote to change the current system into a democracy, up 12 points since November 2008.
December 01, 2009
Early Presidential Leaders Emerge in Peru
Presidential hopefuls in Peru remain moderately unpopular but there are two discernible frontrunners, according to a poll by Ipsos, Apoyo, Opinión y Mercado published in El Comercio. 23 per cent of respondents would vote for Lima mayor Luis Castañeda Lossio in the 2011 ballot, up one point since October.
November 29, 2009
Revolution was About Freedom, Say Mexicans
Most people in Mexico believe freedom was the main achievement of the Mexican Revolution, according to a poll by El Universal. 40 per cent of respondents feel this way about the armed struggle that began in 1910.
November 29, 2009
MULTI-COUNTRY POLLS
Majority of People across the World Want Action on Climate Change, Even if it Entails Costs
A new poll of 15 nations, most of them in the developing world, finds that majorities of the people canvassed want their governments to take steps to fight climate change, even if that entails costs.
December 3, 2009
Climate Concerns Continue to Increase: Global Poll
Public concern about climate change is at its highest level since GlobeScan began international tracking in 1998, according to a new GlobeScan/BBC World Service poll conducted in 23 countries. Nearly two thirds of those polled now say climate change is a “very serious” problem. However, concern has fallen in China and the USA.
December 07, 2009
Global Warming Seen as a Major Problem around the World
A 25 countries PEW survey reveals that majorities in 23 of 25 countries agree that protecting the environment should be given priority, even at the cost of slower economic growth and job losses. And many are willing to make sacrifices, such as having to pay higher prices, to address global warming.
December 2, 2009
U.S. Leadership, Obama Winning Favor in Latin America
Less than one year into President Barack Obama's administration, many foreign policy objectives are still works in progress. Gallup finds, however, that in Latin America, Obama is enjoying improved perceptions of U.S. leadership. Gallup surveyed across the region between July and September 2009 and found regional median approval of U.S. leadership at 51%, up significantly from the previous three years.
December 1, 2009
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The complete detailed weekly reports of the project can be found on theGilani Research Foundation website.
EAST EUROPE
Fewer Russians Would Restore Death Penalty
Fewer adults in Russia believe capital punishment should be completely restore
d in the country, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 37 per cent of respondents would like to see this happen, down 17 points since 2000.December 05, 2009
Russians Are Smitten With President Medvedev
A large majority of people in Russia express satisfaction with Dmitry Medvedev’s leadership, according to a poll by Yury Levada Analytical Centre. 74 per cent of respondents approve of the president’s performance, up two points since October.
December 02, 2009
WEST EUROPE
Britons Doubtful About Copenhagen Success
People in Britain do not expect this month’s Climate Change Summit in Denmark to result in a comprehensive agreement to deal with global warming, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. While 58 per cent of respondents would prefer to see a legally binding agreement that sets specific targets for all signatories, only nine per cent foresee this actually happening.
December 03, 2009
Relations with EU Will Not Change, Say Britons
Most people in Britain believe the appointment of Belgian prime minister Herman Van Rompuy as president of the European Union (EU) and Catherine Ashton as high representative for foreign policy will make no difference in how Britain relates to the continental group, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 54 per cent of respondents share this view.
December 01, 2009
NORTH AMERICA
U.S. Seen as Less Important, China as More Powerful
The general public and members of the Council on Foreign Relations are apprehensive and uncertain about America's place in the world. Growing numbers in both groups see the United States playing a less important role globally, while acknowledging the increasing stature of China. And the general public, which is in a decidedly inward-looking frame of mind when it comes to global affairs, is less supportive of increasing the number of U.S. troops in Afghanistan than are CFR members.
December 3, 2009
In U.S., Trust Varies With Income, Education, Race, and Age
Is community trust a luxury in America? Gallup data offer some support for that idea -- 82% of those making $90,000 per year or more say they would expect a neighbor who found a lost wallet or purse containing $200 to return it. In contrast, 50% of those making less than $24,000 per year expressed this kind of trust in their neighbors.
December 04, 2009
In U.S., More Support for Increasing Troops in Afghanistan
Americans over the last two weeks have become slightly more likely to favor sending more U.S. troops to Afghanistan, and slightly less likely to favor a reduction in forces. At this point, 47% of Americans would advise President Obama to increase the number of U.S. troops -- either by the roughly 40,000 recommended by the commanding general in Afghanistan or by a smaller amount -- while 39% would advise Obama to reduce the number of troops. Another 9% would opt to leave troop levels as they are, while 5% have no opinion.
December 2, 2009
Americans Split on Whether Goals in Afghanistan Will Be Met
The unveiling of President Obama's new military strategy for Afghanistan has not left Americans overly confident that it will succeed -- 48% say the U.S. is certain or likely to achieve its goals in the war, while 45% say the U.S. is unlikely to do so or is certain not to achieve its aims.
December 4, 2009
Obama’s Plan for Afghanistan Finds Bipartisan Support
President Obama has managed to thread the needle with his newly announced Afghanistan strategy, with his approach winning the approval of a majority of both Democrats (58%) and Republicans (55%) in a USA Today/Gallup poll conducted Wednesday night. At the same time, less than a majority of independents approve (45%). Among Americans overall, 51% approve of the strategy while 40% disapprove.
December 3, 2009
Americans See Protectionism, Tax Cuts as Ways to Create Jobs
As President Obama holds a jobs summit Thursday to discuss ways to address the problem of growing unemployment in the United States, Americans' top prescriptions for creating more jobs are to keep manufacturing jobs in the U.S. (18%), lower taxes (14%), provide more help to small businesses (12%), and create more infrastructure work (10%).
December 2, 2009
Majority of Americans Think Near-Term Terrorism Unlikely
By 57% to 39%, more Americans think a terrorist attack on the United States is unlikely to happen in the next few weeks than say an attack is likely. This is based on Gallup polling conducted Nov. 20-22, prior to President Obama's address to the nation on Afghanistan in which he said the need to fight terrorism is the primary reason he is committing more U.S. troops to the conflict there.
December 2, 2009
Few Americans Expect Real Deal at Copenhagen
Few Americans believe the upcoming Climate Change Summit in Denmark will lead to a legally binding agreement to tackle global warming, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. While 44 per cent of respondents would like to see a deal that sets specific targets for all signatories, only 11 per cent think this will happen.
December 04, 2009
Support for Afghan Mission Dwindles in U.S.
Fewer adults in the United States are backing the mission in Afghanistan, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 49 per cent of respondents support the military operation involving American soldiers in Afghanistan, down five points since October.
December 03, 2009
Republicans Say Palin Would Be Good President
Former Alaska governor Sarah Palin is a popular option for the 2012 presidential election in the United States amongst Republican Party supporters, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 47 per cent of GOP voters think Palin would be a good president.
December 02, 2009
Approval for Congress Improves in the U.S.
Public satisfaction with the work of the House of Representatives and the Senate increased this month, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 27 per cent of respondents approve of the performance of the U.S. Congress, up five points since October.
November 30, 2009
Canadians Decline Expanded Role in Afghanistan
People in Canada believe their country should not commit more soldiers to the war in Afghanistan, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 66 per cent of respondents agree with this rationale.
December 04, 2009
Canadians Review Bilateral Ties with China
Canadians believe their country’s long-term policy with China should focus on human rights and minority rights, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 63 per cent of respondents feel this way, while 37 per cent would place more emphasis on the trading relationship.
December 03, 2009
Canadians Want Free Trade Deal with India
Most people in Canada would endorse a potential free trade agreement with India, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 55 per cent of respondents would agree with establishing bi-lateral trade relations with the South Asian country.
December 01, 2009
Canadians Reject Infidelity, Polygamy and Cloning
A large proportion of Canadians believe certain specific social behaviours are morally acceptable, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion published in Maclean’s. At least 79 per cent of respondents feel this way about contraception, sexual relations between an unmarried man and woman, divorce, and having a baby outside of marriage.
November 30, 2009
Canadians Want Inquiry on Afghan Allegations
Most people in Canada believe a public inquiry on what the government and the Canadian Forces knew about reports of prisoner torture in Afghanistan is necessary at this time, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion published in the Toronto Star. 53 per cent of respondents support this notion, while 36 per cent oppose it.
November 29, 2009
LATIN AMERICA
Mexicans Want to Keep Drug War Going
Few adults in Mexico would consent to the legalization of drugs, according to a poll by GEA-ISA. 75 per cent of respondents think it is necessary to keep fighting drug traffickers for an unlimited amount of time.
December 05, 2009
Half of Mexicans Content with Calderón
Public support for Mexican president Felipe Calderón fell last month, according to a poll by Berumen y Asociados published in El Universal. 50.4 per cent of respondents approve of Calderón’s performance, down 3.3 points since June.
December 04, 2009
Brazil’s Serra Loses Appeal as Election Looms
The presidential bid of Sao Paulo governor Jose Serra is losing traction as the election year draws near, according to a poll by Instituto Sensus. 31.8 per cent of respondents would vote for Serra of the conservative Brazilian Party of Social Democracy (PSDB) in the 2010 election, down 7.7 points since September.
December 03, 2009
Peruvians Want to Scrap Mandatory Voting
The vast majority of people in Peru would support holding a referendum on whether voting should become voluntary as opposed to mandatory, according to a poll by Ipsos, Apoyo, Opinión y Mercado published in El Comercio. 74 per cent of respondents agree with holding the referendum, while 24 per cent disagree.
December 02, 2009
Mexicans Would Back PRI Candidate in 2012
Mexico’s presidency could return to the hands of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) in the next election, according to a poll by GEA-ISA. 49 per cent of respondents would vote for the PRI candidate in the next presidential ballot, up four points since August.
December 02, 2009
More Cubans Urge for Change in Politics, Economy
The number of Cubans calling for an overhaul of the country’s political system has increased, according to a poll by the International Republican Institute. If given the chance, 75.2 per cent of respondents would vote to change the current system into a democracy, up 12 points since November 2008.
December 01, 2009
More Cubans Urge for Change in Politics, Economy
The number of Cubans calling for an overhaul of the country’s political system has increased, according to a poll by the International Republican Institute. If given the chance, 75.2 per cent of respondents would vote to change the current system into a democracy, up 12 points since November 2008.
December 01, 2009
Early Presidential Leaders Emerge in Peru
Presidential hopefuls in Peru remain moderately unpopular but there are two discernible frontrunners, according to a poll by Ipsos, Apoyo, Opinión y Mercado published in El Comercio. 23 per cent of respondents would vote for Lima mayor Luis Castañeda Lossio in the 2011 ballot, up one point since October.
November 29, 2009
Revolution was About Freedom, Say Mexicans
Most people in Mexico believe freedom was the main achievement of the Mexican Revolution, according to a poll by El Universal. 40 per cent of respondents feel this way about the armed struggle that began in 1910.
November 29, 2009
MULTI-COUNTRY POLLS
Majority of People across the World Want Action on Climate Change, Even if it Entails Costs
A new poll of 15 nations, most of them in the developing world, finds that majorities of the people canvassed want their governments to take steps to fight climate change, even if that entails costs.
December 3, 2009
Climate Concerns Continue to Increase: Global Poll
Public concern about climate change is at its highest level since GlobeScan began international tracking in 1998, according to a new GlobeScan/BBC World Service poll conducted in 23 countries. Nearly two thirds of those polled now say climate change is a “very serious” problem. However, concern has fallen in China and the USA.
December 07, 2009
Global Warming Seen as a Major Problem around the World
A 25 countries PEW survey reveals that majorities in 23 of 25 countries agree that protecting the environment should be given priority, even at the cost of slower economic growth and job losses. And many are willing to make sacrifices, such as having to pay higher prices, to address global warming.
December 2, 2009
U.S. Leadership, Obama Winning Favor in Latin America
Less than one year into President Barack Obama's administration, many foreign policy objectives are still works in progress. Gallup finds, however, that in Latin America, Obama is enjoying improved perceptions of U.S. leadership. Gallup surveyed across the region between July and September 2009 and found regional median approval of U.S. leadership at 51%, up significantly from the previous three years.
December 1, 2009
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The complete detailed weekly reports of the project can be found on theGilani Research Foundation website.
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