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  2. Majority of Americans Oppose Sending US Forces to Defend Israel if Attacked by Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    Majority of Americans Oppose Sending US Forces to Defend Israel if Attacked by Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz

    Whether attacked by its neighbors or Tehran, majorities of Americans oppose using US troops to come to Israel’s defense.

  3. Let’s Make a Deal: Public Backs Iran Talks | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    David Sandoz
    Public Opinion

    Let’s Make a Deal: Public Backs Iran Talks | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz

    Majority of Americans favor the Iran nuclear agreement but are prepared to use military force to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

  4. Americans Support Sanctions on Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    Americans Support Sanctions on Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Emily Sullivan

    In the event of Iran developing nuclear weapons, the US public wants to tighten economic sanctions, and most support a return to the JCPOA.

  5. ran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, left, meets with Ismail Haniyeh, one of the Palestinian militant group Hamas leaders in Doha
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    US Foreign Policy

    Most Americans Supported Talks with Iran Prior to Hamas Attacks | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Running Numbers by Karl Friedhoff

    But public opinion has likely shifted following Hamas' attacks on Israel.

  6. Americans Support Continued US Participation in Iran Deal | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    Americans Support Continued US Participation in Iran Deal | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Report by Craig Kafura,James Dingwall

    Chicago Council Surveys conducted over the last several years (2014-2017) show remarkable stability of American opinion towards the Iran nuclear deal, both before and after the agreement was officially signed.

  7. Student Activism, Social Media, and Authoritarian Rule in Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Human Rights

    Student Activism, Social Media, and Authoritarian Rule in Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Book by Saeid Golkar

    The authors of this book address multiple questions involving the nature of youth protest in the twenty-first century.

  8. Americans Say a Nuclear Iran Is Unacceptable, Divide on Using Force | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    David Sandoz
    Public Opinion

    Americans Say a Nuclear Iran Is Unacceptable, Divide on Using Force | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Bettina Hammer

    This survey finds most Americans still consider Iran’s nuclear program a critical threat, but at lower levels before 2015 nuclear deal.

  9. Demonstrations in Iran over the assassination of Qassem Soleimani.
    Fars Fotógrafos
    Global Cities

    Global Cities Respond as US-Iran Relations Intensify | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Global Insight by Kristin Ljungkvist

    In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog Kristin Ljungkvist explains Global Cities and US-Iran Relations.

  10. As Nuclear Clock Ticks, US Public Prefers Diplomacy with Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    As Nuclear Clock Ticks, US Public Prefers Diplomacy with Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Emily Sullivan,Dina Smeltz

    While the public would prefer diplomacy with Iran, they are not taking more aggressive options off the table.

  11. Manipulated Society: Paralyzing the Masses in Post-revolutionary Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Kamran Gholami
    Global Politics

    Manipulated Society: Paralyzing the Masses in Post-revolutionary Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Report by Saeid Golkar

    The Islamic Republic of Iran has promoted despondency and hopelessness to the extent that citizens become paralyzed and incapable of challenging the political status quo.

  12. Americans Favor Deal with Iran; Willing to Back with Force​ | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    Americans Favor Deal with Iran; Willing to Back with Force​ | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Craig Kafura

    This survey shows a majority of Americans support the broad outlines of an agreement with Iran to limit its nuclear program to civilian uses.

  13. Captive Society: the Basij Militia and Social Control in Post-Revolutionary Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Julia Maudlin
    Global Politics

    Captive Society: the Basij Militia and Social Control in Post-Revolutionary Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Book by Saeid Golkar

    Captive Society surveys the Basij's history, structure, and sociology, as well as its influence on Iranian society, its economy, and its educational system.

  14. Iran deal talks in Vienna, 2021
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    Public Opinion

    As Iran and the United States Negotiate, Both Publics Support Original JCPOA | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Running Numbers by Luke Witzig

    As the United States and Iran work on a path back to the Iran nuclear deal, what do Americans and Iranians think about the agreement?

  15. Six in 10 Americans Support US Participation in a Nuclear Agreement with Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    Six in 10 Americans Support US Participation in a Nuclear Agreement with Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Lama El Baz,Dina Smeltz

    Majorities of Democrats and Independents support a potential deal similar to the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, but only a minority of Republicans agree.

  16. Man in Iran with mask
    Javad Esmaeili
    Public Opinion

    Despite Early Outbreak and Heavy Toll, Iranians are Proud of Iran's COVID-19 Response | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Running Numbers by Craig Kafura

    Council and IranPoll surveys find that Iranians and Americans think the United States handled COVID-19 poorly, while Iranians are proud of their country’s response.

  17. 2022 Survey of Public Opinion on US Foreign Policy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    2022 Survey of Public Opinion on US Foreign Policy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Ivo H. Daalder,Karl Friedhoff,Craig Kafura,Emily Sullivan

    On some of the most significant issues of the day, including how the United States should respond to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Americans across party lines are in agreement, albeit often for different reasons.

  18. Israeli soldiers are seen near the Gaza Strip border
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    US Foreign Policy

    US Support for Israel Remains Steady as Israel and Iran Edge Closer to Direct Confrontation | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Running Numbers by Jason Gordon

    A roundup of recent polling offers insights into American attitudes toward the conflict.

  19. A pitch invader disrupts Portugal v. Uruguay at the Qatar World Cup
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    Global Politics

    Qatar 2022: China and Iran Confront the Political Power of the World Cup | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Global Insight by Chris Morris

    The prestige and popularity of the World Cup is a political force beyond any nation's control, writes Chris Morris

  20. Protestors in Melbourne gather in solidarity with protestors in Iran.
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    Global Politics

    Protests in Iran's Republic of Fearlessness

    In the News
    Carnegie Middle East Center by Saeid Golkar

    Nonresident Senior Fellow Saeid Golkar argues that, regardless of the end outcome, the protests in Iran have changed the country dramatically.

  21. 1982 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    1982 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by John E. Rielly

    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.

  22. More Americans Oppose than Support US Strikes against Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Carlos Barria / Pool via AP
    Public Opinion

    More Americans Oppose than Support US Strikes against Iran | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Craig Kafura,Lama El Baz

    Many hesitate to give their opinions on the conflict, but attitudes seem to fall along partisan lines on whether the United States made the right move.

  23. Iranians and Americans Support A Mutual Return to JCPOA | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    Iranians and Americans Support A Mutual Return to JCPOA | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Amir Farmanesh ,Brendan Helm

    A joint Chicago Council on Global Affairs and IranPoll survey results show that although Iranian and American public support for the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action has waned over time, there is still sizable backing for it in both countries.

  24. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei attending a graduation ceremony at the police academy in Tehran, Iran on October 3, 2022
    Reuters
    Global Politics

    Iran Protests: Supreme Leader Finally Speaks

    In the News
    BBC World Service by Saeid Golkar

    "I don't think he's trying to apologize or recognize any fault of the Islamic Republic... if he goes back one step, the revolution will come two steps forward."

  25. 2018 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Public Opinion

    2018 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Ivo H. Daalder,Karl Friedhoff,Craig Kafura,Lily Wojtowicz

    The Council’s 2018 survey indicates that Americans support US engagement in world affairs, the largest majority since 1974—aside from after Sept. 11, 2001.

  26. 2015 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    2015 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Ivo H. Daalder,Karl Friedhoff,Craig Kafura

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

  27. Russians Rally Around Putin's Foreign Policy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Mikhail Klimentyev / Sputnik via AP
    Public Opinion

    Russians Rally Around Putin's Foreign Policy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Lama El Baz

    The public shares the Kremlin's dim view of Western powers and wants to boost cooperation with BRICS members.

  28. 2019 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Public Opinion

    2019 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Ivo H. Daalder,Karl Friedhoff,Brendan Helm,Craig Kafura

    The Council’s 2019 Survey establishes that retreating, relinquishing leadership, and abandoning alliances is not what the American public has in mind.

  29. American Views of China Remain at Record Lows | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Reuters
    Public Opinion

    American Views of China Remain at Record Lows | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura

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

  30. People walk around outside in 2020
    Kevin Hendersen
    Public Opinion

    Wrap-Up of Global Public Opinion on Issues that Defined 2020 | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Running Numbers by Dina Smeltz,Craig Kafura,Karl Friedhoff,Brendan Helm

    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.

  31. 2020 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Public Opinion

    2020 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Ivo H. Daalder,Karl Friedhoff,Craig Kafura,Brendan Helm

    Results of the 2020 Chicago Council Survey reveal a striking divide between Democrats and Republicans on the critical threats facing the country.

  32. Disappointed in Rouhani, Iranians Seek a Different Sort of Leader in June Elections | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    Disappointed in Rouhani, Iranians Seek a Different Sort of Leader in June Elections | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Brendan Helm,Dina Smeltz,Amir Farmanesh

    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.

  33. Angela Merkel giving a keynote speech in 2019
    Kristof Roomp
    Global Politics

    Deep Divisions Across the Atlantic | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Global Insight by Ivo H. Daalder

    Ivo Daalder discusses the annual Munich Security Conference.

  34. American Views of Immigration and Diversity | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Reuters
    Migration

    American Views of Immigration and Diversity | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura,Emily Sullivan

    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.

  35. The US-Japan Alliance in the Age of Crisis | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    The White House
    Public Opinion

    The US-Japan Alliance in the Age of Crisis | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Naoko Funatsu,Takeshi Iida,Craig Kafura,Shoko Kohama,Satoshi Machidori,Satoru Mori,Ryo Sahashi

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

  36. The White House, Washington, DC
    David Everett Strickler
    Defense and Security

    Grandstanding in the Situation Room | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Global Insight by David Scheffer

    The White House Situation Room has entertained grandstanding that betrays the seriousness of the "Sit Room" and its national security function.

  37. Majority of Iranians Oppose Development of Nuclear Weapons | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    David Sandoz
    Defense and Security

    Majority of Iranians Oppose Development of Nuclear Weapons | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Amir Farmanesh

    Nationwide surveys conducted by IranPoll show that although Iranians say their country should not develop nuclear weapons, they have lost confidence in the nuclear agreement.

  38. 2023 Survey of Public Opinion on US Foreign Policy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    US Foreign Policy

    2023 Survey of Public Opinion on US Foreign Policy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Karl Friedhoff,Craig Kafura,Lama El Baz

    The ongoing war in Ukraine continues to impact American attitudes toward global engagement.

  39. Americans More Concerned about Threats at Home Than Abroad | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    Americans More Concerned about Threats at Home Than Abroad | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Lama El Baz,Jinwan Park

    More Americans consider issues like weakening democracy and political polarization to be critical threats to the United States than foreign adversaries.

  40. Americans Remain Positive on South Korea | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Jonathan Ernst / Pool via AP
    Public Opinion

    Americans Remain Positive on South Korea | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Karl Friedhoff

    Meanwhile, about half say North Korea's nuclear program is a critical threat.

  41. 2010 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Jon Sailer
    Public Opinion

    2010 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Marshall M. Bouton,Rachel Bronson,Gregory Holyk,Catherine Hug,Steven Kull,Benjamin I. Page,Silvia Veltcheva,Thomas Wright

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

  42. 2014 Opinion Leaders Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Public Opinion

    2014 Opinion Leaders Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Craig Kafura,Joshua Busby,Gregory Holyk,Jonathan Monten

    Across party lines, the results of this Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey reveal that the US public and leaders largely agree on US foreign policy.

  43. An Iraqi farmer stands in a dry field.
    Reuters
    Food and Agriculture

    Superweeds, Dams, and Weedkilling Robots | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Global Food for Thought by Julia Whiting

    Check out our weekly roundup of the week's top stories in food, agriculture, and global development.

  44. 2024 Survey of Public Opinion on US Foreign Policy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Craig Ruttle / AP
    Public Opinion

    2024 Survey of Public Opinion on US Foreign Policy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Craig Kafura,Karl Friedhoff,Lama El Baz

    Results and analysis of the Council's annual survey of American views on foreign policy.

  45. Coming Together or Coming Apart? | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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    Public Opinion

    Coming Together or Coming Apart? | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Joshua Busby,Craig Kafura,Dina Smeltz,Jordan Tama,Jonathan Monten,Joshua D. Kertzer,Brendan Helm

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

  46. Americans Feel Less Safe after Killing of Soleimani | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Reuters
    Public Opinion

    Americans Feel Less Safe after Killing of Soleimani | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Brendan Helm

    Results from a Chicago Council survey show that more Americans think the January 3 drone strike that killed Quasem Soleimani has made the United States less safe.

  47. An exterior shot shows the large Greek-colonnaded facade of the Field Museum, with the Chicago skyline in the background
    Austin Farrington
    Culture

    As museums around the world grapple with repatriation, where does Chicago stand? | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    ChicagoGlobal by Hope O'Dell

    Issues around object provenance have hit the museum industry hard. Here’s a list of Illinois institutions that have dealt with controversies in this arena.

  48. 2012 Chicago Council Survey: Foreign Policy in the new Millennium | Chicago Council on Global Affairs Public Opinion

    2012 Chicago Council Survey: Foreign Policy in the new Millennium | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Craig Kafura,Marshall M. Bouton,Rachel Bronson

    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.

  49. US Department of Treasury
    US Department of Treasury
    Defense and Security

    Everything You Need to Know About Sanctions | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Global Insight by Ethan Kessler

    Economic sanctions: what they are, how the US has used them in foreign policy, and considerations for current policymakers.

  50. Fireworks over the white house on inauguration 2021.
    Chuck Kennedy
    Public Opinion

    Year in Review: 2021 in Public Opinion | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Blog Post
    Running Numbers by Dina Smeltz,Karl Friedhoff,Craig Kafura

    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.

  51. Americans Fear Recent Assassinations in Middle East Will Spark Wider War | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
    Hussein Malla / AP
    US Foreign Policy

    Americans Fear Recent Assassinations in Middle East Will Spark Wider War | Chicago Council on Global Affairs

    Research
    Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz,Lama El Baz

    The US public is now equally split on whether Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza is justified or not.