Search The Council

This paper analyzes whether the strong relationship between the US and South Korea would be sustained under new presidents and how the Korean and American public’s view the alliance.In an election year for both nations, the alliance between the US

Black Americans are supportive of aid to Ukraine, but less likely than other Americans to back an open-ended support of Kyiv “for as long as it takes.”

A survey that examines the divide between foreign policy experts and the public.

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

As China tightens security in Hong Kong, many American businesses consider retreat and relocalization

Europeans may draw the line at military engagement with Russia, recent data show.

Biden-era surveys affirm continued support for the intelligence community but also signal growing partisanship.

In new Council polling, Americans say China’s treatment of minority groups isn’t just a question of internal politics.

The inaugural Chicago Council Survey was conducted in December 1974 to seek and understand the views of the public and national leaders on a series of international questions.

Over half of Americans are in favor of permanently changing laws to allow everyone to vote by mail, but there are partisan divides between Republicans and Democrats.Over half of Americans are in favor of permanently changing laws to allow everyone

Mass arrests have reduced crime in the short-term—but at a significant cost to human rights.

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

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs report recommends Chicago’s leaders focus on priorities of infrastructure, human capital, and global engagement.

Distinguished Fellow Richard Longworth examines two books that highlight the role of cities in global affairs, and how Midwest cities may leverage global partnerships.

Latin America expert Peter Schechter and veteran diplomat Cecile Shea join this week’s Deep Dish to discuss varying opinions on Venezuela’s two claimants to power, Juan Guaidó and Nicolás Maduro.

2015 Chicago Council Survey results demonstrate the American public remains committed to engagement in the world.

The question of whether global cities should have their own foreign policy has been hotly debated, but recent developments have changed the calculus.

Republicans with a somewhat favorable or unfavorable view of the former president are more likely to say US assistance to Kyiv has been worth the cost.

The Ethiopian government is using starvation as a weapon of war against Tigray, inducing a massive famine that requires immediate action from the international community.

New indirect talks between the United States and Iran on a return to the Iran deal could help the outlook for a moderate candidate in the next election.

In the United States, Democrats and Republicans remain at opposite ends of the spectrum in terms of prioritizing climate change.

Robert Paarlberg challenges the UN to look beyond food access to food excess and the health issues that accompany it.

Six in 10 continue to support providing economic aid and sending additional arms and military supplies to the Ukrainian government, down slightly from a year ago.

Recent summits between Korean and American leaders may determine whether diplomacy or military confrontation will prevail in engaging North Korea.

America saw inaccurate polling for the House and Senate races across the country, which overestimated Democratic support in a wide range of races.

Today, most Americans don’t want a world with nuclear weapons. According to the 2020 Chicago Council Survey two-thirds of Americans (66%) believe that no country should be allowed to have nuclear weapons.

Xuefei Ren argues that cities in China and India are more aptly compared in territorial vs. associational governance than by regime type.

The 1998 Chicago Council Survey results reflect a "guarded engagement" by a largely satisfied superpower.

The 1990 Chicago Council Survey was performed during an age of global economic competition.

It's been a busy 2021. Recap the year with the survey team's analyses of public opinion on the most critical issues at home and around the world.

In a survey conducted by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, the American public is now less concerned about the threat posed by North Korea.

The 1994 Chicago Council survey indicates that American attitudes at both public and leadership levels reflect a "pragmatic internationalism."

The 1986 Chicago Council survey showed the desire to protect American jobs or to secure access to energy still takes priority over altruistic objectives.

A Chicago Council on Global Affairs report which shows bipartisan support among Midwestern business leaders to pass immigration reform.

Ivo Daalder discusses the annual Munich Security Conference.

The 1982 Chicago Council Survey shows important disparities between public opinion and Reagan administration policies in defense spending, arms control, foreign aid, détente, and trade policy.