Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Election surveys

Pulse Asia
Social Weather Stations
  • 2007 surveys: press releases
  • 57% have much interest in the elections; 86% say they will surely vote (April 17)
  • Most voters have studied lengthily, are deciding on their own, will bring a list, and are already committed (May 12)
  • Although most people say their votes matter, they are divided as to whether the Senatorial outcome will affect the country's future (April 20)
  • Receptivity to Political Advertising can Affect Votes by 5 to 10 Points (April 2)
  • The effect of surveys on voting plans was tiny, and pro-underdog (May 24)
  • Expected election irregularities (May 12)
  • Voter turnout 2001 89%; 2004 81% (see 2004 exit poll)
East Asia Barometer (NTU, Taiwan)
  • 2005-2008
  • Participation in elections 81.6%
  • Political participation

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