Year: 1991
Module: Formal political activity
Variable: Q48
Question: Now, please look at this list and tell me what you think
are the characteristics necessary for a successful politician in
Northern Ireland.
CODE ALL THAT APPLY
The following table shows the percentage of men and women identifying
each characteristic.
Results for men and women
|
%
|
|
Male
|
Female
|
Honest |
62
|
70
|
Principled |
33
|
32
|
Ambitious |
20
|
18
|
Ability
to compromise |
51
|
54
|
Approachable |
44
|
49
|
Practical |
26
|
32
|
Caring |
30
|
43
|
Ability
to lead |
53
|
56
|
Strong
religious faith |
17
|
13
|
Ruthless |
6
|
3
|
Hard
working |
57
|
58
|
Values
the family |
28
|
37
|
Believes
in equality between the sexes |
19
|
33
|
Self-discipline |
23
|
22
|
Respect
for the environment |
30
|
37
|
Confidence |
42
|
40
|
No
reply |
2
|
1
|
|