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As the coronavirus pandemic begins to quickly spread across the globe, Council experts assess public opinion around the virus and its impact.

Most Americans trust the information they receive from medical experts, distrust what they see on social media, and there is a partisan divide on trusting information from the US government and media.

Cities are embracing their role as international actors, but more resources are needed to fully realize the benefits of their global engagements.

Is the looming economic crisis influencing the public’s preferred response to the war in Ukraine? Recent polling suggests it's possible.

COVID-19 cases are on the decline worldwide and in some countries, people are feeling hopeful as they recover aspects of their pre-COVID lives. 

Recent surveys show that a majority of Americans sympathize with the protests occurring across the country since the death of George Floyd.

Public opinion polls in North America, Europe, and Asia find publics continue to worry about contracting the virus.

Minorities show greater support toward international trade than whites, which is puzzling in part because minorities are more likely to experience unemployment.