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Unlike their elders, young Americans don’t buy into US exceptionalism and are divided on whether the United States should play an active role or stay out of world affairs.

But they are becoming increasingly polarized across partisan groups, particularly among Democrats.

As Chicago and other global cities increasingly grapple with poor air quality, solutions to the problem vary by location.

The US public views the Japan alliance as a significant national security benefit as concerns about China grow.

As the humanitarian toll in Gaza continues to climb and fears of a wider war grow, Americans are wary of direct military involvement in the conflict.

With a presidential election fast approaching, Taipei’s defense policy could go in multiple directions.

The public generally does not see current US trade policies toward China as benefiting Americans.

A plurality of Americans—and a majority of Republicans—also say that US leaders are not paying enough attention to US-China competition.

Half favor using US forces to defend South Korea if invaded by North Korea, down from 55 percent in 2022. 

James Harding, Prashant Rao, and Nahal Toosi join Ivo Daalder to examine the latest on the Israel-Hamas War, its global implications, and what it means for the future of the Middle East.

Explore the complex history of the Gaza Strip, the rise of Hamas, and the implications for the current conflict.

For the first time, a majority of Republicans think the United States should stay out of world affairs.

Poll finds a majority of Americans value the US security partnership with Israel but say the status quo between Israel and Palestinians is unacceptable.

While the US public believes trade is good for the economy, it does favors some restrictions—especially on goods such as semiconductors.

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

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

Both foreign policy leaders and the American public back “friendshoring."

The anniversary of the Taliban's return to power has reignited a debate about how best to support the Afghan people.

Universities can serve as economic engines for rural cities, but collaboration between academia, government, and the private sector is key to sustainable growth.

Biden-era surveys affirm continued support for the intelligence community but also signal growing partisanship.

The Russian public is concerned about NATO expansion but does not think an attack from the West is imminent.

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.

US sanctions on Latin American countries have exacerbated the worsening economic and political conditions behind the current migrant surge.

Research Associate Ethan Kessler explains the benefits and drawbacks of what’s become a major US foreign policy tool.

As the youngest continent in the world, Africans want upper age limits for elected officials while still respecting elders.

Survey results reveal how Japanese perceptions of security in East Asia have changed following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.