Understanding public opinion is integral to modern democracies. It shapes public policies; it helps politicians to connect with their audiences; it reveals underlying issues that are of utmost importance for political decision-makers.

"Understanding public opinion is integral to modern democracies. It shapes public policies; it helps politicians to connect with their audiences; it reveals underlying issues that are of utmost importance for political decision-makers.

International Polls.- The Effects of Globalisation on the Perception of Democracy.- Transatlantic Trends: Convergences and Divergences.- A Europe of Values: From Shared History to Common Objectives.- Latin America's Mixed Views About Globalization, Investments and the United States.- How Do the Western Balkans See Their Future?.- Public Opinion Polling in National Elections.- Exit Polls - A Lot More than Just a Tool for Election Forecasts.- Methodological Issues in Pre-Election Polling: Lessons from ABC News' 32-Night Tracking Poll.- The Presidential Elections in France 2007 - The Role of Opinion Polls.- Voters Lack Commitment: Canada.- The Public Sector in Transition.- Developing Employment Policy in Europe.- The School Sport Partnership Programme - Raising Levels of Participation in Physical Education and Sport in Schools in England.- Client Satisfaction with Public Services: A Norwegian Case.- Asia on the Move.- The Role of Social Research in Development Programs: Examples from India.- A Framework for Social Development Assessment.- Polling in Developing Democracies - The Case of the Philippines.- M?ori Television Services - Raising Knowledge of M?ori Language and Culture in New Zealand.