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2012 Chicago Council Survey

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The 2012 Chicago Council Survey tracks public opinion on US foreign policy since the September 11 attacks, and includes an assessment of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

2012 Chicago Council Survey: Foreign Policy in the new Millennium Public Opinion

Americans Shifting Focus to Asia

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz

After a decade of war in Afghanistan and Iraq, Americans recognize China’s growing influence and Asia’s importance to the US.

Bridges over Irawadi
Radek Kucharski
Public Opinion

Americans Support No-Fly Zone and Sanctions in Syria

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz

With the fighting in Syria, the American public said they would support US participation to enforce sanctions and a no-fly zone in Syria.

Blackhawk helicopter taking off from an operating base.
Reuters
Public Opinion

Americans Question Gains of War in Afghanistan

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz

Nearly seven in 10 Americans think the war in Afghanistan has not been worth the cost, and half of Americans believe military action hasn’t made the US safer from the threat of terrorism.

A US soldier in Afghanistan, with sand blowing in the foreground
Reuters
Public Opinion

The Last Hunger Season: A Year in an African Farm Community on the Brink of Change

RESEARCH
Book by Roger Thurow

Roger Thurow tells the story of a community of Kenyan farmers working to transcend lives of dire poverty and hunger while illuminating the challenges—and vital necessity—of transforming Africa's agriculture sector.

A person stands in a field in Kenya with cows
Erik Charlton
Food and Agriculture

2012 Progress Report on U.S. Leadership in Global Agricultural Development

RESEARCH
Report by Coauthors

This report examines how policy changes have contributed to U.S. leadership in improving global food security.

A woman picking tea leaves at the Tea Research Institute of Sri Lanka, Talawakelle, Sri Lanka
Asantha Abeysooriya
Food and Agriculture

2012 Global Cities Index

RESEARCH
Report

This report looks at emerging cities—namely Beijing, Shanghai, and Taipei—and their ability to attract, retain, and generate flows of ideas, capital, and people.

The Beijing skyline at night
Henry Chen
Global Cities

Girls Grow: A Vital Force in Rural Economies

RESEARCH
Report by Catherine Bertini

This report includes recommendations for how girls in rural communities can be better supported through improved personal and professional development, health, and safety.

Two young girls sitting down to eat
Getty
Women and Girls

2011 Progress Report on US Leadership in Global Agricultural Development

RESEARCH
Report by Coauthors

This report documents the degree to which the Administration and Congress have made progress in achieving the changes in US government policy that were recommended in 2009.

Cover of 2011 Progress Report on US Leadership in Global Agricultural Development Food and Agriculture

2010 Chicago Council Survey

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The 2010 Chicago Council Survey shows that Americans remain committed to an active part in world affairs—its problems, opportunities, and key actors.

American flag
Jon Sailer
Public Opinion