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America Is Leading the World Backward

In the News
Chicago Tribune
Coauthors

“A series of radical rulings makes America’s exhortations about promoting democracy ring hollow,” write Senior Fellows Elizabeth Shackelford and Dina Smeltz.

Hands hold yellow sign saying "Bans off our bodies" in front of a blue sky US Foreign Policy

Globally, Negative Views of Russia Predominate

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Running Numbers by Craig Kafura

The majority of countries polled in a recent 53-nation study hold negative views of Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.

A Russian flag
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Public Opinion

In Major Shift, Swedish Public Supports NATO Membership

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Running Numbers by Coauthors

Polling shows the Swedish public is keenly aware of the threat posed by Russia and favors a strong policy response to the invasion of Ukraine.

Sweden and NATO flags
Reuters
Defense and Security

Americans Recognize Cyber Threats, but Are Divided on Best Response

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Running Numbers by Zachary Leffel

Public opinion polling shows a lack of consensus about where cyberattacks fall within the escalatory ladder of conventional warfare.

Broken Ethernet cable in front of green binary code and words "cyber security"
Reuters
Tech and Science

South Korea's Nascent Aircraft Carrier on Chopping Block

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NK News
Karl Friedhoff

Identifying North Korea as a “main enemy” will likely require South Korean President Yoon to cut naval spending, argues Karl Friedhoff in NK News.

 South Korean Air Force's F-15K fighters performing an elephant walk at an unspecified air base on May 24, 2022, to show the country's combat readiness.
Reuters
Defense and Security

Ukrainians Unwilling to Give up National Territory

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Running Numbers by Emily Sullivan

While Ukrainians may be willing to give up on the idea of NATO membership, they will not accept their government ceding territory to Russia.

Ukrainian troops are pictured near the eastern Ukrainian town of Seversk
Reuters
Public Opinion

US Public Views Saudi Relationship as One of Necessity

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Running Numbers by Emily Sullivan

While government officials reaffirm the importance of the US-Saudi relationship, the American public expresses generally chilly feelings towards Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman meets Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Reuters
Public Opinion

What South Koreans Care about Most as Yoon Suk-Yeol Enters Office

In the News
NK News
Karl Friedhoff

“Major domestic policy shifts may not be forthcoming, likely driving Yoon to spend more time on issues he can control like trade and foreign policy,” writes Karl Friedhoff.

 South Korea's president-elect Yoon Suk-yeol speaks during a news conference in front of a peach background with writing.
Reuters
Global Politics

Anti-West Views Peak Among Russians Over 60

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Running Numbers by Coauthors

Old habits die hard for Russian elders, but younger Russians may be beginning to look West.

Destroyed wall of a building from Russia with the number (year) 1917, sickle and hammer.
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Public Opinion

Partisan Divides on China Continue to Grow

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Running Numbers by Craig Kafura

Republicans are more concerned about China's rise than ever before.

Soldiers of People's Liberation Army (PLA) are seen before a giant screen as Chinese President Xi Jinping speaks
Reuters
Public Opinion