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In this Chicago Council blog Brendan Helm explores Americans public opinion about whether the US-India relationship does more to strengthen or weaken US national security.

We share our top picks for books to read in the weeks ahead that delve into what sort of world might emerge when the pandemic has passed.

Samuel Kling examines the governability of urban areas in times of riots and pandemics.

In promoting economic renewal in industrial heartland regions, leaders must avoid language that condemns these regions and their citizens to passivity.

Around the world, cities continue to protect the basic human rights of vulnerable populations in the face of fierce opposition from national governments.

As attention returns to Gaza, majorities view a breakthrough in negotiations as unlikely in the foreseeable future.

Old habits die hard for Russian elders, but younger Russians may be beginning to look West.

Though working-class voters continue to be disillusioned, place-based investments can help restore confidence and heal our polarized politics.

Chicago Council data support academic findings on differing national budget preferences between women and men.

Many of the challenges the world faced in 2020 will continue to shape our world next year.