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The gap between Democrats and Republicans on America's NATO commitment has reached an all-time high in Council polling dating back to 1974.

Survey data show the American public believes relations with each of the countries are important. However, there is a variance in the opinion that shows larger issues affecting the trilateral relationship.

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

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

The public is more concerned about national security than promoting human rights and democracy abroad, Council polling shows.

Most Americans see military power and security alliances as an effective way to achieve foreign policy goals, but differences emerge about when to deploy troops.

There is broad agreement that international trade delivers benefits to consumers and to companies and is even good for creating jobs in the United States.

Dina Smeltz and Brendan Helm analyze new public opinion data showing there is partisan agreement on how best to respond to the recent Russian hack.

Changes in the public's opinion within the last year will offer some insight into the stability of the relationship between the United States and China.

A Chicago Council survey shows that Americans see an increased need to keep watch over the Middle East by maintaining a troop presence there.