Poverty

Economic Discontent Worsens in Egypt

Economic Discontent Worsens in Egypt

April 16, 2008
As Egyptians struggle with low wages and high inflation, Gallup reports that the number of Egyptians satisfied with efforts to deal with the poor in their country fell from 54% in 2006 to 47% in 2007.

Sanitation Situation Serious in Sub-Saharan Africa

Many households rely on unimproved sanitation facilities

March 21, 2008
As the world observes World Water Day, Gallup data reveal that many households in sub-Saharan Africa use unsanitary, unimproved toilet facilities that put health and the environment at risk.More ...

Chile's Public Pensions May Ease Retirement Concerns

Many Chileans very worried about not having enough retirement money

March 17, 2008
A new public pension program in Chile may help relieve the concerns of Chileans dissatisfied with efforts to deal with the poor (64%) and those who are very worried about not having enough money for retirement (45%).More ...
Poverty, Conflict, and Well-Being

Poverty, Conflict, and Well-Being

October 25, 2007
Gallup experts assess issues afflicting the nations with the world's lowest well-being.

Vietnam's Infrastructure Upgrade

As government launches anti-poverty development effort, how do Vietnamese view current conditions?

April 5, 2007
The Vietnamese government has set a goal of halving the number of poor households in the country by the year 2010, while also significantly improving access to housing and passable roads in the country's far-flung regions. Currently, a little more than half of rural Vietnamese say they are satisfied with the country's roads and highways and the availability of affordable housing (55% in each case).More ...

Americans Dissatisfied With Government's Efforts on Poverty

Most also say too little being spent

October 25, 2005
In mid-September, weeks after Hurricane Katrina's winds and waters clearly exposed the poverty in New Orleans, Gallup asked Americans whether they are satisfied or dissatisfied with the work the government is doing on the issue of poverty. Americans are just as dissatisfied now as they were in 2001.More ...

Gallup Poll of Moscow: Muscovites Rich in Generosity

Two-thirds donated to poor

September 20, 2005
A large proportion of Muscovites donate financially to the poor and disadvantaged, but they are much less likely to volunteer their time.More ...
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