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.
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Here are five key findings about people’s attitudes toward systemic reforms in the U.S., France, Germany and the UK.
As democratic nations have wrestled with economic, social and geopolitical upheaval in recent years, the future of liberal democracy has come into question. Our international surveys reveal key insights into how citizens think about democratic governance.
Recent surveys have documented how people around the world view the issue of climate change and international responses.
A 24-country survey finds a median of 59% are dissatisfied with how their democracy is functioning, and 74% think elected officials don’t care what people like them think.
Most would welcome government-sponsored job training and other interventions.
Majorities across much of Western Europe, North America and the Asia-Pacific region have a favorable view of the European Union.
In the U.S., concerns about political corruption are especially widespread. Two-in-three Americans agree that the phrase “most politicians are corrupt” describes their country well.
Despite an uptick in positive views of the economy in some places, many say that children will be worse off financially than their parents.
Citizens offer mixed reviews of how their societies have responded to climate change, and many question the efficacy of international efforts to stave off a global environmental crisis.
Germany’s pandemic response and its role in the EU are also rated positively.
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