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

This report from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs confirms investing in human capital—workers’ education and skills—is key.

Should members of the South Korean boy band BTS receive an exemption from mandatory military service?

Discrimination, diminishing number of Black farmers leads to persistence of food insecurity in America.

A recent poll from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs and The Harris Poll shows urban and suburban residents cities are looking to sustainable mobility to forestall a potential long-term shift to solo driving.

Chicago is known the world over for its bold and unique architecture. After all, it’s the birthplace of the skyscraper. But how does the city compare globally when it comes to sustainable architecture?

While Americans support federal spending on education, healthcare, and Social Security, there partisan divides on other key issues.

Survey results show President Trump’s threats and bullying tactics with Seoul haven't lessened support for the alliance with South Korea.

Recent survey data shows that most Americans generally oppose selling weapons, but are divided on their opinion of the US' relationship with Riyadh.

The Council’s Katelyn Jones examines women in science and the gender dimensions of agriculture.

Weekly analysis of public opinion as governments around the world impose increasing restrictions and the number of active cases surges.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs report highlights the fact that America’s commitment to global food security is more important than ever.

This paper offers a national and international overview of the e-scooter and micromobility trends and outlines the 2019 pilot program in Chicago.

Chicago’s regional transit system may need to make severe cuts and raise fares after COVID relief funds phase out, but riders won't likely see a systemic collapse like Venezuelan commuters experienced in the 2010’s.

The learnings from this Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates the public generally sees an improvement in the South Korean security situation.

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.

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

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post, we discuss the decline of President Moon’s approval ratings. 

The movement of Venezuelans across the Western Hemisphere highlights the need for regional coordination.

Efforts geared toward smallholder farmers have become more efficient and effective over the past several decades.