Those on ideological right favor fewer COVID-19 restrictions in most advanced economies
Those on the political right are more likely to say there should have been fewer public activity restrictions during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Those on the political right are more likely to say there should have been fewer public activity restrictions during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Family is preeminent for most publics but work, material well-being and health also play a key role.
Publics disagree about whether restrictions on public activity, such as stay-at-home orders or mandates to wear masks in public, have gone far enough to combat COVID-19.
Among 17 publics surveyed, those in Japan report the most negative assessment of how their country has handled the pandemic.
Dissatisfaction with the functioning of democracy is linked to concerns about the economy, the pandemic and social divisions.
Majorities across much of Western Europe, North America and the Asia-Pacific region have a favorable view of the European Union.
Germany’s pandemic response and its role in the EU are also rated positively.
Most say cooperation with other countries is important in dealing with global threats, especially on the spread of infectious diseases.
Most would welcome government-sponsored job training and other interventions.
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