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The 2017 Chicago Council Survey found that while the American public supports sanctions against North Korea, they don't support overt military action.

Results from the 2017 Chicago Council survey suggest that Republicans tend to doubt that trade agreements are a win-win for all parties involved, and their critical views of NAFTA reflect that suspicion.

The immediate threat of war has passed but Asian allies have little to celebrate.

The 2017 Chicago Council Survey finds that a majority of Americans support increases in federal healthcare spending, while few support cuts.

Although survey data shows that majorities of Americans continue to think that international terrorism is the most critical threat to the US, the overall public is not convinced that the Trump administration's policies will make the US safer from

The 2017 Chicago Council Survey, conducted six months into the Trump administration, tested the appeal of "America First" ideas among the American public.

Chicago Council Surveys conducted over the last several years (2014-2017) show remarkable stability of American opinion towards the Iran nuclear deal, both before and after the agreement was officially signed.

This book, meant for students in American foreign policy, gives a broad introduction to a wide range of domestic factors that influence US policymakers.

Despite the Trump administration’s approach to immigration, survey data reveals growing support for a pathway to citizenship for unauthorized workers.

President Trump’s skepticism on climate change and decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement is out of step with the American public overall.

Karen Weigert shares four ways we can respond to future cyberattacks.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates majorities among Mexican and US publics believe that NAFTA has been good for their respective economies.

What happens after Ayatollah Khamenei leaves office or dies?

Recent polling reveals both good and bad news for the future of US-Russian relations.

Americans and Russians agree on few matters as each believe the other is influencing their domestic affairs.

The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), is to be signed March 8—one year after the US stepped away from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP).

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs report show the rising youth population could be a demographic challenge for food-insecure nations, if not managed properly.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates Americans view Japan as a close and trusted ally.

New statements by a North Korean diplomat may indicate that the upcoming Singapore summit is in peril of failing.

As the historical gathering point of people from different origins, cities are a key nexus of immigration policy implementation and innovative experimentation.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs report reveals generations share opinions about international threats and foreign policy goals.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey signals the US-Russian relationship is challenged by communication, media coverage, and the countries’ presidents.

With Wisconsin's labor force projected to shrink as the population ages, immigrants will be a vital part of the state's future economic stability.

While the Midwest outpaces other US regions on innovation and talent-creation metrics, it continues to export its wealth and new discoveries to the coasts.

The 2018 Chicago Council on Global Affairs Survey finds the largest majorities of Americans yet say that trade is good for the US economy and consumers.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explains why the United States needs to do more to ensure women are equally represented in legislative bodies.

In his first speech as National Security Advisor, Bolton threatened to sanction International Criminal Court (ICC) judges, bar them from traveling to the US, and use US courts to prosecute them.

This paper describes the central issues in three upcoming atrocity crime decisions and the implications for the evolution of international criminal justice.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates US public views North Korea’s nuclear program as one of the top threats facing the country.

The Council’s 2018 survey indicates that Americans support US engagement in world affairs, the largest majority since 1974—aside from after Sept. 11, 2001.

This report indicates that the American public does not yet see China as an urgent threat to national security.

Cities are leading the battle against climate change. The Chicago Climate Charter commits to seven crucial strategies for climate-related policies.

The product of a three-year effort, the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning's On to 2050 plan stresses big ideas but tells a more modest story.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs report concludes organizations need to address diversity specifically as intersectional going forward.

Results from the 2018 Chicago Council Survey indicate that trust in American political institutions is extremely low—especially so for congress.

The 2018 Chicago Council Survey finds that the American public prefers that the US not take a side in the Israel-Palestinian conflict.

This blog post from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs explains how we can give power back to nation-states to transform international affairs.

As China rises in power, Americans support US bases in Japan and want to build strong relations with US allies in Asia.

Democrats and Republicans increasingly grow apart on several key international issues. Here are seven examples from the 2018 Council Survey.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explains pandemic preparedness must include more than research, vaccine development, and stockpiling supplies.

Ivo Daalder discusses President Trump's intent to withdraw the United States from NATO.

In this Chicago Council blog we explore three major policy arenas that show why Germany’s connection to multilateralism is deeper than in the United States.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post by Dina Smeltz explores the current polarization in Nicaragua between the government and its citizens.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explains the “China gap” in American public opinion despite consensus among foreign policy experts.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog by Madeleine Nicholson checks in to see if the world is on track to achieve the lofty Sustainable Development Goals.

Polling expert Dina Smeltz explains why the new Middle East peace plan will have an upward climb to acceptance based on public opinion.

Ivo Daalder discusses the annual Munich Security Conference.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explains that the Midwest needs to open its doors to the world to survive in the global economy.

Successive US administrations have sought to halt and reverse North Korea's nuclear quest through threats, inducements, and negotiations. None succeeded.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey finds that a majority in Mexico now express a favorable view of the United States.