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Dina Smeltz and Brendan Helm analyze public opinion data showing while most Americans think US democracy is still functioning, they believe it has been either temporarily or permanently weakened.

The 2018 Chicago Council on Global Affairs Survey finds the largest majorities of Americans yet say that trade is good for the US economy and consumers.

Craig Kafura and Karl Friedhoff analyze findings of a recent poll examining American public opinion on US relations with Japan.

Recent polling reveals both good and bad news for the future of US-Russian relations.

Other neighboring countries, including Japan, India, the Philippines, and Vietnam, are viewed less favorably.

Despite the Trump administration’s approach to immigration, survey data reveals growing support for a pathway to citizenship for unauthorized workers.

Majorities across party lines believe trade with Canada and Mexico strengthens US national security.

While the public thinks Putin’s foreign policies have improved Moscow’s international influence and the state of the Russian military, fewer now say they have boosted their country’s image abroad.

A solid majority (69%) say that it would never be justified for Moscow to use a tactical nuclear weapon in its current military operation against Kyiv.

The 2017 Chicago Council Survey finds that a majority of Americans support increases in federal healthcare spending, while few support cuts.