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Republicans see immigration as a critical threat to the country, say restricting immigration makes the US safer, and support using US troops to stop migrants from crossing into the United States. Democrats, on the other hand, do not consider

Republicans support US backing for Israel until its military objectives in Gaza are achieved, while majorities of Democrats now oppose it.

While supporters of both parties see benefits in US security agreements, Republicans tend to be more concerned about the associated costs.

But public opinion is sharply divided along partisan lines, 2022 Chicago Council Survey data finds.

But American concern about large numbers of immigrants and refugees coming into the country has steadily decreased over the past decades.

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.

Everyday Chinese citizens view international trade as good for the economy and job creation, and say China should pursue a policy of global free trade.