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2023 Survey of Public Opinion on US Foreign Policy

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The ongoing war in Ukraine continues to impact American attitudes toward global engagement.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Joe Biden shake hands during their meeting in Kyiv
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US Foreign Policy

Majorities Support US Bases in Key Allied Nations

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Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura

But partisan divisions over using US troops to defend allies in Europe and Asia are growing.

Members of the US Army attend a military parade ceremony in Lithuania
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Public Opinion

US Opinion Leaders Support Aid to Taiwan

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

But most oppose sending US troops to the island should China invade.

helicopters fly the Taiwanese flag
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US Foreign Policy

2022 Opinion Leaders Survey

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

We explore whether foreign policy professionals and the American public are on the same page when it comes to America’s strategy abroad.

US and Chinese on a meeting table
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US Foreign Policy

Majority in US Want to Learn More about Nuclear Policy

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Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

While crediting the US nuclear arsenal for its deterrent effect, Americans are less clear on its impact on the country or their personal safety.

nuclear missiles
Canva
Public Opinion

Race, Ethnicity, and American Views on US Foreign Policy

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Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The Council partnered with New America to explore how Black, Asian, Hispanic, and Native Americans view key issues facing the world today.

people are seen through an American flag
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Public Opinion

Race, Ethnicity, and American Views of US Military Power Abroad

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Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Most Americans see military power and security alliances as an effective way to achieve foreign policy goals, but differences emerge about when to deploy troops.

a soldier salutes the American flag
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Public Opinion

Race, Ethnicity, and American Views of Climate Change

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Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Asian, Hispanic, and Black Americans are more likely to view climate change as a threat than Americans as a whole, data show.

the U.S. Capitol is seen between cardboard cutouts of flames during a climate change protest
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Public Opinion

Race, Ethnicity, and American Views of Immigration and Diversity

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Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Political affiliation is far more closely associated with immigration policy preferences than race or ethnicity, polling finds.

the Statue of Liberty seen through a window from Ellis Island
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Public Opinion

Americans and Australians in the Pacific Century

RESEARCH
Report by Craig Kafura

Public opinion polling in both countries finds agreement on most aspects of the alliance, but not necessarily on how to deal with China.

President Joe Biden shakes hands with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
The White House
Public Opinion