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Results of November 2016 Public Opinion Polls in Georgia
NDI surveys public opinion to help Georgian stakeholders diagnose and address issues of public concern by providing accurate, unbiased and statistically-sound data. This poll aims to capture the most relevant information to foster the development of responsive policies and governance.
Results of November 2016 Focus Group Research in Georgia
To complement its nationwide polling with in-depth analysis of citizens' motivations, NDI regularly conducts focus group discussions in Georgia. The results help local partners diagnose, understand and address citizens’ concerns. The latest focus group research explores citizens' attitudes towards the conduct of parliamentary elections and their expectations of the new parliament.
Putting Elections to Work for Accountability
Elections are a principal democratic process, although they alone do not guarantee citizen influence over policy making, the responsiveness of public officials, or their responsible use of state resources. Quality elections matter a great deal, but only insofar as they put citizens in the driver’s seat when it comes to steering the work of government.
Press Release: National Democratic Institute Releases Final Report on Georgia's October 2016 Parliamentary Elections
TBILISI – The National Democratic Institute offers this final report in the spirit of international cooperation and respect for Georgians’ democratic aspirations.
Final Report of the National Democratic Institute on Georgia's October 2016 Parliamentary Elections
Georgia’s October 2016 parliamentary elections were characterized by an open political environment, a competitive campaign, overall results that were validated by credible observers, and some underlying problems that need concerted attention. NDI's final report draws attention to a set of recommendations that, if pursued, could contribute to greater public confidence in the approaching local and presidential elections.
