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Both Millennials and Gen Z are more hesitant than their elders to endorse military approaches to foreign policy.

Survey data shows that while Americans favor a range of policies to reduce energy dependence, economic growth takes priority.

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

While half of Americans and a majority of Democrats say diversity makes the United States a better place to live, Republicans aren’t so sure.

The 2019 Chicago Council Survey finds that support for South Korea as an ally remains high and bipartisan

But Republicans and Democrats are sharply divided when it comes to immigration levels.

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.

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

This joint report examines the public opinion of changes taking place in the Asia-Pacific, including mutual concerns and competing visions, in order to make better-informed policy decisions.

Dina Smeltz, Craig Kafura, Karl Friedhoff, Brendan Helm, and Alexander Hitch document the ups and downs of the public mood, sharing highlights of their 2020 research.

The anniversary of the Taliban's return to power has reignited a debate about how best to support the Afghan people.

US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit aroused Beijing’s ire—but more important may be the long-term trends in Taiwanese attitudes. 

Over the past 12 months, our pollsters tracked public attitudes on everything from the war in Ukraine to conflict in the Middle East.

While down slightly from last year, more than half support continuing military and economic assistance to Kyiv. But the results are highly partisan.

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

Although reducing energy dependence remains a top priority among Americans, a debate over energy production versus environmental protection is gaining traction.

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.”

With Xi Jinping poised to receive a third term at the 20th Party Congress, American opinion of China has never been worse.

Survey results reveal how Japanese perceptions of security in East Asia have changed following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Results from the 2018 Chicago Council Survey indicate that trust in American political institutions is extremely low—especially so for congress.

American, Japanese, and South Korean publics see China as a more of a threat than a partner. Trilateral cooperation will be key to managing China's rise.

Republicans with very favorable views of Trump are more likely than other GOP backers to support deportations for undocumented immigrants.

Why are Ukrainians receiving a warmer welcome from the American public than past refugee groups?

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post, Craig Kafura explores how Millennials hold distinct views on US-China foreign policy.

Independents who lean toward neither party could play a decisive role in the 2024 presidential election.

American evangelical Christians demonstrate a unique affinity for the nation of Israel, highlighted by their views of the ongoing war in the Middle East.

But partisan divisions over using US troops to defend allies in Europe and Asia are growing.

Chicago Council Survey data reveals growing concern across party lines about China's economic and military power.

The public also remains in favor of maintaining long-term military bases abroad.

Pluralities also say the United States has given Israel either the right amount or not enough military assistance and support.

Across party lines, however, opinion leaders oppose sending US troops to Taiwan to aid Taipei's defense should China invade.

The Council partnered with New America to explore how Americans across backgrounds view key issues facing the world today.

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

But the public is more ready than ever to enter peace negotiations.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog Craig Kafura explains Millennials’ lack of enthusiasm for drones.

A slim majority think Moscow should open up negotiations, but it is unclear what they might be willing to concede.

Americans are also slightly more likely to say Israel has gone too far in its war with Hamas than to say Israel’s actions are justified.

Majorities across all racial groups prefer that the United States remain impartial as fighting between Israel and Hamas continues.

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.

Americans want to play an active part in world affairs but are reassessing their foreign policy priorities and how they want to engage with the world.

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

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey finds that a majority in Mexico now express a favorable view of the United States.

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

American feelings toward Russia and China are lower than during the Cold War, Council polling shows.

This survey data from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs provide insight into how Millennials view key foreign policy issues.

Political affiliation is far more closely associated with immigration policy preferences than race or ethnicity, polling finds.

This survey indicates that Americans broadly support engaging in trade with China but are split along partisan lines on how to engage in that trade.

Asian Americans are far more likely to support US intervention on behalf of Taipei in the case of a Chinese invasion.

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

Public support for the 2021 infrastructure bill breaks across party lines and may miss the connection to US competitiveness.