Violent protests in Georgia highlight battle over the country's future. Here's why it matters.

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

47% : The U.S. State Department suspended its strategic partnership with Georgia at the end of November, citing the country's shift away from European integration.
42% : Critics argue that the law represents a major setback for democratic reforms set in motion when Georgia gained its independence from the former Soviet Union, and it was always seen as a significant hurdle to EU membership.LGBTQ rights in Georgia have also been a contentious issue, with the ruling party and influential religious groups often opposing reforms.

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