Zone 3- Euro-Americas Summary, Week # 127

Zone 3- EURO-AMERICAS

EUROPE

EAST EUROPE

Russians Reject Apology to Ukraine over Famine (Click for Details)

Most people in Russia think the government should not apologize to the Ukrainian people over the famine of the 1930s, according to a poll by the Yury Levada Analytical Center. 52 % of respondent share this view, while 23 % think Russia should apologize to the Ukrainians like it did with the Poles for the Katyn massacre.

July 06, 2010

Domestic Politics » National History

Society » Environment/ Disasters

WEST EUROPE

Half of Britons Want More Nuclear Plants (Click for Details)

Many people in Britain are in favour of building more nuclear power plants in the country, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 51 % of respondents agree with this course of action, while 31 % are opposed.

July 10, 201

Economy » Energy/Nuclear Issues

Steady Approval Rating for Cameron in Britain (Click for Details)

Public support for the British prime minister has not dwindled after his first month in office, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 54 % of respondents approve of David Cameron’s performance.

July 04, 2010

Domestic Politics » Performance Ratings

Few Dutch Expect New Government Soon (Click for Details)

A third of people in the Netherlands think that, following a recent election that resulted in no definitive winner, a new government will not be formed until the end of the summer, according to a poll by Maurice de Hond. 32 % of respondents say the new administration will take office in September.

July 10, 2010

Domestic Politics » Elections

SDP Closing in on Merkel’s Conservatives in Germany (Click for Details)

The popularity of Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) is increasing, according to a poll by Infratest-Dimap released by ARD. 30 % of respondents would vote for the opposition SDP in the next election to the Federal Diet, up two points since mid-May.

July 08, 2010

Domestic Politics » Political Parties

AMERICAS

NORTH AMERICA

Republicans Less Positive Toward Supreme Court (Click for Details)

In America Republican’s opinions of the Supreme Court have become less favorable during the Obama administration. As a result, more Democrats than Republicans now express a positive opinion of the Supreme Court -- the first time this has occurred since the Clinton administration. Pew Research Center

July 9, 2010

Domestic Politics » Political Parties

Americans Continue Post-Recession Emotional Recovery (Click for Details)

Maintaining the gains seen in May, Americans continued to rate their lives better in June than in any other month since Gallup and Healthways began tracking life evaluation. The Gallup-Healthways Life Evaluation Index was 50.8 in June, surpassing the 47.8 found in the same month one year ago, and showing significant recovery from the 39.2 in June of 2008.

July 9, 2010

Economy » Perceptions on Performance/ Well-Being

Blacks' Optimism about Their Standards of Living Tops Whites'(Click for Details)

In America Blacks' ratings on Gallup's Standard of Living Index continue to exceed those for whites, a pattern that has persisted since early 2009.

July 8, 2010

Economy » Perceptions on Performance/ Well-Being

Obama Job Approval Rating Down to 38% Among Independents (Click for Details)

38% of independents in America approve of the job Barack Obama is doing as president, the first time independent approval of Obama has dropped below 40% in a Gallup Daily tracking weekly aggregate. Meanwhile, Obama maintains the support of 81% of Democrats, and his job approval among Republicans remains low, at 12%.

July 7, 2010

Domestic Politics » Performance Ratings

Americans Closely Divided Over Immigration Reform Priority (Click for Details)

As President Barack Obama renews his call for a comprehensive approach to addressing illegal immigration, Americans are about equally divided -- 50% to 45% -- over whether the government's main focus should be on halting the flow of illegal immigrants coming into the U.S., or on developing a plan to deal with those already here. Gallup USA

July 6, 2010

Society » Immigration/Refugees

Self-Reported Spending Declines in June; Still Tops a Year Ago (Click for Details)

Americans report spending an average of $67 per day during June in stores, restaurants, gas stations, and online -- down $5 from May 2010, but up $6 from June 2009. Consumer discretionary spending thus remains at the upper end of the 2009 monthly new normal range ($59 to $67), but far below the 2008 spending range ($81-$114). Gallup USA

July 6, 2010

Economy » Perceptions on Performance/ Well-Being

Americans Oppose Federal Suit Against Ariz. Immigration Law (Click for Details)

Americans' initial reactions to the U.S. Justice Department lawsuit against Arizona's new illegal immigration law are more negative than positive, by a 50% to 33% margin. Gallup USA

July 9, 2010

Society » Immigration/Refugees

Army, Freedom and Flag Make Americans Proud (Click for Details)

Adults in the United States hold favorable views on three institutions and features, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. More than 80 % of respondents are very or moderately proud of the U.S. Army, freedom and the American flag.

July 05, 201

Domestic Politics » National Image/ Trust

Reagan, Clinton Seen as Best Recent U.S. Presidents (Click for Details)

Americans pick two politicians as their best heads of state since 1969, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 32 % of respondents think Ronald Reagan has been the best recent president, while 30 % select Bill Clinton.

July 06, 2010

Domestic Politics » Performance Ratings

Americans Agree on Second Amendment’s Meaning (Click for Details)

Most people in the United States interpret their Constitution’s Second Amendment in the same fashion, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 81 % of respondents believe the Second Amendment means that individuals have the right to keep and bear arms.

July 08, 2010

Domestic Politics » National History

Canadians Demand Names in CSIS Controversy (Click for Details)

Many adults in Canada believe the names of the politicians who allegedly are under the influence of foreign governments should be revealed, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 67 % of respondents think the names should be made public.

July 09, 2010

Domestic Politics » National Image/ Trust

Canadians Would Keep Stanley Park Name (Click for Details)

Many Canadians believe Vancouver’s Stanley Park should retain its name, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 61 % of respondents agree with this notion.

July 07, 2010

Economy » Infrastructure

Trudeau Best, Mulroney Worst for Canadians (Click for Details)

Pierre Trudeau remains the favorite recent former head of government for Canadians, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 38 % of respondents think Trudeau has been Canada’s best prime minister since 1968.

July 05, 2010

Domestic Politics » Performance Ratings

Half of Canadians Perceive Economy as Good (Click for Details)

Fewer people in Canada—but still a majority—express positive views on the country’s financial standing, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 51 % of respondents rate the economic conditions in Canada today as good or very good, down seven points since May.

July 04, 201

Economy » Perceptions on Performance/ Well-Being

LATIN AMERICA

Peruvians Still Waiting for Stronger Candidates (Click for Details)

The race to become the next president of Peru still lacks a strong frontrunner, according to a poll by Ipsos, Apoyo, Opinión y Mercado published in El Comercio. 22 % of respondents would vote for Keiko Sofía Fujimori—daughter of jailed former president Alberto Fujimori and candidate of Strength 2011—in next year’s ballot, up four points since May.

July 09, 2010

Domestic Politics » Elections

Guatemalans Reject Same-Sex Marriage (Click for Details)

The vast majority of people in Guatemala oppose the notion of allowing homosexuals to marry, according to a poll by Cid-Gallup. 85 % of respondents disagree with same-sex marriage.

July 08, 2010

Society » Morality, Values & Customs

Society » Family

President Piñera Backed by Majority in Chile (Click for Details)

Most people in Chile support the performance of Sebastián Piñera, according to a poll by CERC. 54 % of respondents approve of the president’s work so far, while 33 % disapprove of it.

July 07, 2010

Domestic Politics » Performance Ratings

Colombians Say Santos Will Be Same as Uribe (Click for Details)

The large majority of Colombians think the administration of president-elect Juan Manuel Santos will be very similar to that of outgoing head of state Álvaro Uribe, according to a poll by Datexco released by El Tiempo and W Radio. 74.8 % of respondents expect the two presidents to lead very similar governments.

July 06, 2010

Domestic Politics » Governance

Peruvians Not Content With President García (Click for Details)

A large majority of people in Peru continue to reject the leadership of Alan García, according to a poll by Ipsos, Apoyo, Opinión y Mercado published in El Comercio. 69 % of respondents disapprove of the president’s performance, unchanged since May.

July 05, 2010

Domestic Politics » Performance Ratings

Rousseff’s Bid Grows Stronger in Brazil (Click for Details)

Dilma Rousseff’s bid to become the next president of Brazil is gaining momentum, according to a poll by Ibope. 40 % of respondents would vote for Rousseff of the ruling Workers’ Party (PT) in this year’s election, up three points since May.

July 05, 2010

Domestic Politics » Elections

GLOBAL/MULTI-COUNTRY POLLS

Widespread Support for Banning Full Islamic Veil in Western Europe (Click for Details)

A survey by the Pew Research Center's Global Attitudes Project, conducted April 7 to May 8, finds that the French public overwhelmingly endorses this measure; 82% approve of a ban on Muslim women wearing full veils in public, including schools, hospitals and government offices, while just 17% disapprove.

July 8, 2010

Society » Religion

Two-Thirds of Indian Consumers Want Government to Enact Corporate Responsibility Laws reveals a new poll of consumers across 29 countries. (Click for Details)

Most Indian consumers want to see new laws enacted to force companies to act responsibly—even if this means higher prices and fewer jobs, according to a new poll of consumers across 29 countries. The poll reveals that nearly two-thirds of those surveyed in India— 63% —said they wanted government to pass new laws to force companies to go beyond their traditional economic role and work to improve society, compared to just 31 % who disagreed. GlobeScan

July 5, 2010

Economy » Consumer Confidence/Protection

CYBER WORLD

More Cell Phone Owners Use an App for That (Click for Details)

Six-in-ten American adults are now wireless internet users, and mobile data applications have grown more popular over the last year. Pew Research Center

July 7, 2010

Society » Media/ New Media

Millennials' Likely Lifelong Online Sharing Habit (Click for Details)

In a survey about the future impact of the internet, a solid majority of technology experts and stakeholders said the Millennial generation will lead society into a new world of personal disclosure and information-sharing using new media. Pew Research Center

July 9, 2010

Society » Media/ New Media

The Future of Online Socializing (Click for Details)

The social benefits of internet use will far outweigh the negatives over the next decade, according to experts. They say this is because email, social networks, and other online tools offer "low friction" opportunities to create, enhance, and rediscover social ties that make a difference in people's lives. Pew Research Center

July 2, 2010

Society » Media/ New Media §

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Zone 3- Euro-Americas Summary, Week # 126

Zone 3- EURO-AMERICAS

EUROPE

EAST EUROPE

Half of Russians Would Back EU Entry (Click for Details)

Half of people in Russia would agree with their country’s potential accession to the European Union (EU), according to a poll by Yury Levada Analytical Center. 50 % of respondents think the country should enter the EU, down nine points since December 2004.

June 28, 2010

Foreign Affairs & Security » International / Regional Organizations

WEST EUROPE

Britons Clearly Dismayed with Economic Conditions (Click for Details)

People in Britain are dissatisfied with their country’s financial standing, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. Only 9 % of respondents rate the economic conditions in the United Kingdom as good or very good, down four points since May.

July 03, 201

Economy » Perceptions on Performance/ Well-Being

Britons Assess Government on Deficit Reduction (Click for Details)

Almost half of adults in Britain trust their government to deal with the country’s budget deficit, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 46 % of respondents are "very confident" or "moderately confident" that the government will be able to carry out its deficit reduction plan in a way that strengthens and unites the country.

July 01, 2010

Economy » Perceptions on Performance/ Well-Being

AMERICAS

NORTH AMERICA

Majority of Americans Favor Obama's Afghanistan Timetable (Click for Details)

A majority of Americans (58%) favor President Barack Obama's timetable that calls for withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan beginning in July 2011. Most of the 38% of Americans who are opposed reject the idea of setting any timetable rather than setting one with an earlier or later date. Gallup USA

June 29, 2010

Foreign Affairs & Security » Afghanistan War

Most Americans Still Troubled by Economy (Click for Details)

Many adults in the United States are dissatisfied with their country’s economic standing, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 85 % of respondents rate the economic conditions in the U.S. as poor or very poor.

July 02, 2010

Economy » Perceptions on Performance/ Well-Being

One in Three Americans "Extremely Patriotic" (Click for Details)

According to Gallup USA survey one in three Americans (32%) now say they are "extremely patriotic," up from 26% in 2005 and 19% in 1999.

July 2, 2010

Domestic Politics » National Image/ Trust

Republicans, Democrats Still Fiercely Divided on Role of Gov't. (Click for Details)

Gallup poll finds that 81% of Republicans say the government is trying to do too much that should be left to individuals and businesses, while 63% of Democrats say government should do more to solve the country's problems -- underscoring what will certainly be one of the most contentious issues facing voters in this fall's midterm elections

June 28, 2010

Domestic Politics » Political Parties

Tea Party Supporters Overlap Republican Base (Click for Details)

There is significant overlap between Americans who identify as supporters of the Tea Party movement and those who identify as conservative Republicans. Their similar ideological makeup and views suggest that the Tea Party movement is more a rebranding of core Republicanism than a new or distinct entity on the American political scene. Gallup USA

July 2, 2010

Domestic Politics » Political Parties

The Great Recession at 30 Months (Click for Details)

More than half (55%) of all American adults in the labor force say that since the Great Recession began 30 months ago, they have suffered a spell of unemployment, a cut in pay, a reduction in hours or have become involuntary part-time workers, according to a new survey by the Pew Research Center's Social and Demographic Trends Project.

June 30, 2010

Economy » Employment Issues

Voting Intentions Even, Turnout Indicators Favor GOP (Click for Details)

With four months to go before Election Day in America, voting intentions for the House remain closely divided, and neither party has gained or lost much ground over the course of 2010. However, Republicans are much more engaged in the coming election and more inclined to say they are certain to vote than are Democrats.

July 1, 2010

Domestic Politics » Elections

U.S. Congress Falls Below 20% Mark (Click for Details)

Americans have a favorable view of the way members of the House of Representatives and the Senate are doing their jobs, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 18 % of respondents approve of the performance of Congress, down seven points since May.

July 03, 2010

Domestic Politics » Performance Ratings

Half of Americans Disapprove of Obama (Click for Details)

Fewer adults in the United States are satisfied with Barack Obama, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 50 % of respondents disapprove of their president’s performance, up five points since May.

June 30, 2010

Domestic Politics » Performance Ratings

Americans Agree with McChrystal’s Dismissal (Click for Details)

People in the United States believe their president was right in accepting the resignation of the Commander of U.S. Forces Afghanistan, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 53 % of respondents agree with General Stanley McChrystal’s dismissal.

June 29, 201

Foreign Affairs & Security » Military Issues/ Defence

Flag is Most Cherished Symbol for Canadians (Click for Details)

Many adults in Canada hold positive feelings on their flag, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 88 % of respondents are very or moderately proud of the Canadian flag.

July 03, 2010

Domestic Politics » National Image/ Trust

Police Reaction in Toronto Justified for Canadians (Click for Details)

People in Canada and residents of the latest G20 summit host city believe the reaction of the police to the demonstrations that took place during the meeting of world leaders was justified, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 66 % of respondents in Canada—and 73 % of people in Toronto—agree with this view.

July 02, 2010

Society » Civil Society

Justice System Unfair for Three-in-Five Canadians (Click for Details)

Many adults in Canada seem disappointed with their justice system, according to a poll by Angus Reid Public Opinion. 59 % of respondents think the justice system in their country does not treat every person fairly.

June 30, 2010

Society » Justice

AUSTRALASIA

More Australians Call for Afghanistan Withdrawal (Click for Details)

The proportion of people in Australia who want to end their country’s commitment in Afghanistan has risen considerably, according to a poll by Essential Media Communications. 61 % of respondents think Australia should withdraw its troops from Afghanistan, up 11 points since March 2009.

June 30, 2010

Foreign Affairs & Security » Afghanistan War

Half of New Zealanders Back Governing National (Click for Details)

Support for New Zealand’s governing conservatives has remained stable, according to a poll by Roy Morgan International. 50.5 % of respondents would vote for the National party in the next legislative election, down two points since May.

June 27, 2010

Domestic Politics » Performance Ratings

GLOBAL/MULTI-COUNTRY POLLS

Gender Equality Universally Embraced, but Inequalities Acknowledged (Click for Details)

Fifteen years after the United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women's Beijing Platform for Action proclaimed that "shared power and responsibility should be established between women and men at home, in the workplace and in the wider national and international communities," people around the globe embrace the document's key principles. Almost everywhere, solid majorities express support for gender equality and agree that women should be able to work outside the home. Pew Research Center

July 01, 2010

Society » Gender Issues

East African Community Citizens Favor Freer Labor Flow (Click for Details)

Services, capital, and labor should move more freely when the East African Community (EAC) common market opens Thursday, but people will still need permits to work in most of the five partner states. Although only Rwanda has eliminated work permits and Kenya looks to follow suit, Gallup surveys last year show the idea of moving freely for work within the EAC is popular in all countries.

July 1, 2010

Economy » Employment Issues

CYBER WORLD

McChrystal’s Comments Turn the Social Media to Afghanistan (Click for Details)

The removal of Gen. Stanley McChrystal as the top commander in Afghanistan led to a rare week when the war captured the attention of social media. For the week of June 21-25, 27% of the news links on blogs and 10% on Twitter were about Afghanistan according to the New Media Index from the Pew Research Center's Project for Excellence in Journalism and this was the highest level of coverage that war has received since PEJ began News Media Index in January 2009.

July 1, 2010

Society » Media/ New Media §

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