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Paul Newnham identifies key gaps in efforts to end hunger, and offers solutions to break down silos and build up food systems.

Data suggest that Americans accept some foreign civilian casualties as a necessary cost to counterterrorism, but Republicans and Democrats differ on willingness to use lethal force.

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.

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

Social media can allow farmers to reach new audiences and ultimately inspire a new wave of young agriculturalists.

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

Abe Shinzo’s assassination shocked the nation. Will constitutional revision be on the post-election agenda?

As recent polling data shows, most Americans have a positive opinion of free trade but are concerned about the threat of trade on job security.

In 2013, Americans’ overall views of Mexico are at their lowest point ever in Chicago Council Surveys dating back to 1994.

Ian Klaus explores the “City and State Diplomacy Act” that seeks to mandate an official ambassador for State and municipal relations with foreign governments.

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

The Great Lakes have always been the foundation of the Midwest economy, but in a world where fresh water is in short supply, this resource is more valuable than ever.

As part of our interview series with the shortlisted book award nominees, Raffaele Marchetti explores how cities are cities are shaping global affairs.

While Americans broadly support upper age limits for federal elected officials, age is not their top consideration when choosing a candidate.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explores if economic inequality is the inevitable consequence of becoming a globally powerful city.

Craig Kafura and Karl Friedhoff analyze findings of a recent poll examining American public opinion on US relations with Japan.

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

Economic sanctions: what they are, how the US has used them in foreign policy, and considerations for current policymakers.

Our weekly roundup of the week's top news and research in food, agriculture, and global development.

In deciding when and how quickly to relax restrictions, leaders should not underestimate the American public’s forbearance for remaining indoors.

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.

The report examines two important locales experienced by refugees: permanent camp settings, such as in Za’atari, Jordan, and transitory arrival centers, such as in Lampedusa, Italy.

As the coronavirus pandemic begins to quickly spread across the globe, Council experts assess public opinion around the virus and its impact.

Cities can use public spaces as a way to address structural challenges.

President Jair Bolsonaro might be leaving office, but the country’s political trust issues are far from resolved.

Younger Americans are more confident in US power vis-a-vis China and are more likely to oppose restrictions on scientific and educational exchanges between the two.

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

The 2023 Farm Bill presents a watershed moment in solving food loss and waste in the United States.

Palestinians are critical of the US and Peace to Prosperity plan.

While moderate Democrats are more supportive of funding the military, liberals are more willing to deploy troops to defend allies, 2021 Chicago Council Survey data show.

This report examines how immigrants have helped offset native-born population loss and revitalized an aging workforce in 40-plus Midwestern metro areas between 2000 and 2015.

Cyber theft has cost the US economy billions of dollars and has resulted in the loss of millions of jobs. The government is now being pressured to develop more comprehensive cybersecurity regulations.

Networks like C40 or the Healthy Cities Network show cities have a great potential to mobilize forces across boundaries and shape international agendas.

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.

The 2022 Chicago Council Survey finds broad support for taking in Afghan refugees but not for releasing frozen funds to the Taliban.

After nearly four years at the Council, Alesha Black, the Center on Global Food and Agriculture managing director, steps down.

With AI set to reshape the world, "Dream States" offers a timely and comprehensive analysis of the challenges and opportunities of smart city technology.

Examples around the world make clear that density—whether low or high—is no excuse when it comes to the appalling number of COVID-19 cases facing the United States.

American public opinion toward Japan has never been warmer, Council data show.

Check out the week's top stories in food, agriculture, and global development.

Republicans see immigration as a critical threat to the country, say restricting immigration makes the US safer, and support using US troops to stop migrants from crossing into the United States. Democrats, on the other hand, do not consider

In advance of President Obama’s trip to Mexico for the North American leaders’ summit on February 19, a survey finds Americans and Mexicans recognize the importance of US-Mexico economic relations.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explores how recent polling finds that Americans have a more negative view on China than ever before.

The fallout from the removal of President Pedro Castillo has revealed a young democracy in dire straits.

Samuel Kling examines the governability of urban areas in times of riots and pandemics.

2015 Chicago Council Survey data show that Americans favor lifting the trade embargo on Cuba and believe the changes will benefit both countries.

It's not your imagination. Chicago has experienced a unicorn explosion in recent years. What makes the area so appealing?

The Feed the Future Food Safety Innovation Lab aims to support sustainable, high impact research that improves food safety in developing economies.

Polling shows the Japanese public supports recognizing same-sex marriages, even as officials stall on legislation to advance equality.

Sixty-one percent of the US public is uneasy with only the president having the power to authorize the use of nuclear weapons.