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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. 

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.

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.

Both Millennials and Gen Z are more hesitant than their elders to endorse military approaches to foreign policy.

The war in Ukraine has shifted public opinion toward energy independence, renewable power, and nuclear energy.

A majority of the US public continues to back current military and financial aid to Kyiv, recent polls find.

The United States and Germany are sending their best tanks to Ukraine. Here’s why that matters.

Citizens and policymakers alike embrace industrial policy as great power competition intensifies.

But those feeling an economic pinch are more likely to say that Moscow should enter peace negotiations.

While younger Americans are most concerned about climate change, pluralities of each generation are ready to take action to prevent it.

Great power competition is the organizing principle of President Biden’s new National Security Strategy. Is the American public on board?

Reflect on the year with highlights from the Council's public opinion research and analysis.

Federal agricultural policies must continue expanding to provide greater support for Tribally-led endeavors and choices, including self-determination and self-governance.

Despite public divisions over US aid to Ukraine, support for taking in those fleeing the Russian invasion remains unchanged since March.

A slim majority think Moscow should open up negotiations, but it is unclear what they might be willing to concede.

A plot to overthrow the German government highlights the risks—and reach—of unchecked conspiracy in an age of mistrust, writes Chris Morris.

Russia’s war in Ukraine has sparked a domestic push toward alternative energy sources.

Nearly half of Americans (47%) now say Washington should urge Kyiv to settle for peace as soon as possible.

Consensus on how long to provide economic and military aid to Ukraine appears to be weakening as the war enters its tenth month.

Americans across party lines say the United States should prioritize friendly-nation supply chains, despite potentially higher costs.

This Thanksgiving, the Council survey team is serving up tables of data on turkey, pies, and politics.

Europe's attempts to diversify its gas supplies could have unintended and negative consequences for climate progress, writes Chris Morris.

President Joe Biden declared an end to the public health crisis, but many racial minority and lower-income groups around the world haven't moved on.

While half of Americans and a majority of Democrats say diversity makes the United States a better place to live, Republicans aren’t so sure.

The strategy debate has serious implications for both Taipei and, by association, the United States, argues Ethan Kessler.

Recent polls find a geographic divide in the region when it comes to public perceptions of the conflict.

While understandable, the mood of pessimism around COP27 obscures progress toward net zero and can be dangerously self-fulfilling, argues Chris Morris.

With all eyes on Ukraine, it is unclear if a seventh North Korean nuclear test will really register with the American public.

Washington has started selling arms that serve a "porcupine" defense strategy to Taiwan. Whether Taipei fully embraces this new approach remains to be seen.

On some of the most significant issues of the day, including how the United States should respond to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Americans across party lines are in agreement, albeit often for different reasons.