South America
Before Protests, Ecuador's President More Popular Than Police
A strong majority approve of President Correa's job performance
October 4, 2010
Gallup surveys prior to the police uprising that threw Ecuador into chaos Thursday show Ecuadorians were much more likely to approve of the president's job performance than to express confidence in the local police, the military, or the national government.
Colombians and Venezuelans at Odds on Leadership
Disapproval of other country’s leadership along the Chavez divide
November 24, 2009
With political tensions escalating between Colombia and Venezuela, Gallup finds that 14% of Colombians approved of Venezuela’s leadership in August 2009, while 43% of Venezuelans approved of Colombia’s leadership.
‘Chavismo’ Losing Steam in Venezuela
Venezuelans increasingly resistant to defining themselves as socialist or capitalist
November 12, 2009
Venezuelans’ approval of President Hugo Chavez has declined in recent years, from 61% in 2006 to 47% in 2009. During that time, Venezuelans have also grown less likely to identify with the socialist ideology Chavez represents.
More Peruvians Favor Socialism Than Capitalism
Populist rhetoric likely resonates with dissatisfied populace
August 6, 2008
Peru’s political tensions are reflected in a simple contradiction: While Peruvians are most likely to say they are more socialist than capitalist in their attitudes, they are also most likely to say their country is more capitalist than socialist.
Bolivia’s Class Divisions Play Out in Autonomy Push
Upper- and middle-class Bolivians most likely to disapprove of Morales
May 20, 2008
In 2007, 64% of working- and lower-class Bolivians approved of their country’s leadership, vs. just 40% of upper- or middle-class Bolivians. But despite the push for autonomy in the wealthy lowlands, most upper- and middle-class Bolivians identified with their country rather than their region.
Climate Change Concerns in Flooded Bolivia
Bolivian leaders blame floods on global warming and actions of others
February 25, 2008
Bolivia’s leaders blame severe flooding in their country on climate change and want the countries they perceive as most responsible to pay for the damages and send aid. More than 90% of Bolivians who have heard of global warming believe it is a somewhat serious or very serious threat.
Colombians Approve of Trade Agreement With U.S.
Despite recent economic growth, ratings of job creation remain low
February 1, 2008
Colombians’ perception that their country’s economic condition remains poor coincides with majority support for the proposed U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement. But Colombia’s human rights record remains a troubling complication; just 20% of Colombians say people can feel safe making political comments in public.
The Effects of U.S.-Colombia Trade
February 1, 2008
As the Bush administration pushes Congress to approve free trade with Colombia, Gallup sits down with Dr. Peter DeShazo, director of the Americas Program at CSIS, to discuss the implications of public opinion in the region and what a deal could mean for both nations.
Argentines Wary of Corruption
December 17, 2007
Well before the U.S. accused Venezuela's government of illegally funneling cash to the campaign of Argentine President Cristina Fernandez, 83% of Argentines and 54% of Venezuelans perceived widespread corruption in their respective governments.
In South America, Female Politicians Respected
Many residents say women in politics have performed better than men
November 19, 2007
Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner’s election in Argentina may well be a sign of the times. Recent Gallup Polls point to general acceptance of female leaders in South America.
