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The Caucasus Datablog

The Datablog analyses issues and trends in the region using data and public polling. It is a collaboration between OC Media and CRRC Georgia.

Datablog | Georgians are still conservative, but attitudes are slowly changing

Newly released data suggests that the public’s attitudes are changing about women having pre-marital sex and children out of wedlock.

Datablog | Is it ok to cancel debts ahead of elections?

In the run up to several recent elections, the government, or those close to it, have announced amnesties on people’s debts or fines. 

Datablog | Georgians increasingly optimistic about joining the EU

Despite worsening relations between the EU and Georgia, new survey data suggests Georgians are increasingly optimistic about joining the bloc.

Datablog | Do people think voter secrecy is respected in Georgia

Election observers often note violations of the secrecy of the ballot in Georgia, and the 2021 local elections were no exception. 

Datablog | What issues do Georgians think about when voting?

While Georgian voters tend to look to personalities over policies, policies also matter to a large number of people. 

Datablog | Party activists near polling stations not acceptable for the majority in Georgia

Party activists and coordinators outside polling stations collecting information on voters has become a point of contention in recent years.

Datablog | Leaders or promises: What the Georgian public cares about when voting

Do Georgians vote based on who leads a political party or the policies they advocate?

Datablog | Who reported seeing dzveli bitchebi engaged in the elections?

Data from an ISFED and CRRC Georgia survey suggests that a substantial share of the public reported seeing criminal elements around polling stations.

Datablog | What issues are important for Tbilisi residents?

Georgia’s local elections were short on substantive discussions of issues, but what do Tbilisians want from their local government?

Datablog | How widespread is vote-buying perceived to be in Georgia?

Survey data from earlier in the summer suggests that 16% of people know someone who has been offered a bribe for their vote.