People in U.S., Western Europe differ over what needs more fixing: Their nation’s political or economic system
Here are five key findings about people’s attitudes toward systemic reforms in the U.S., France, Germany and the UK.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
Here are five key findings about people’s attitudes toward systemic reforms in the U.S., France, Germany and the UK.
Recent surveys have documented how people around the world view the issue of climate change and international responses.
At least 81 voting members of Congress (15%) are foreign born or have at least one parent who was born in another country.
Much larger shares of people in most nations see China’s influence growing than say the same of the United States.
When comparing turnout among the voting-age population in recent national elections in 50 countries, the U.S. ranks 31st.
Negative views of Vladimir Putin are at or near historic highs, with a median of 22% saying they have confidence in him to do the right thing in world affairs.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel is scheduled to visit the White House this week as she wraps up her final year in office.
Majorities in all three countries said in a fall 2020 survey that the U.S. system needs either major changes or to be completely reformed.
A median of 62% of adults across the 14 countries surveyed this summer generally believe most people can be trusted.
A median of 60% across 10 surveyed member countries have a favorable view of the political and military alliance.
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