short readsOct 29, 2019 A global snapshot of same-sex marriage Worldwide, most of the countries that allow gay marriage are in Western Europe. In the Americas, five countries have legalized gay marriage.
short readsOct 31, 2016 U.S. electoral system ranks high – but not highest – in global comparisons Though many Americans say they’re concerned about possible election fraud, the U.S. electoral system generally ranks high in cross-national comparisons.
short readsSep 15, 2014 In its peaceful nature and uncertain outcome, Scotland’s independence vote stands out Scotland’s independence referendum stands out from most other such votes in two ways: its peaceful nature and doubt as to its outcome.
short readsSep 17, 2014 Q&A: Why one polling expert says Scotland likely to say ‘no’ to independence Claire Durand, a sociology professor at the University of Montreal, discusses recent polling on the issue of Scottish independence.