Americans are divided over U.S. role globally and whether international engagement can solve problems
There are differences by age in Americans’ attitudes about whether the U.S. should focus more on domestic problems or be more globally active.
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There are differences by age in Americans’ attitudes about whether the U.S. should focus more on domestic problems or be more globally active.
Most Americans see little ability for the U.S. and China to cooperate on climate change policy or combating the spread of infectious disease. A majority of Americans continue to view the China-Russia partnership as a very serious problem for the U.S.
Here are five key findings about people’s attitudes toward systemic reforms in the U.S., France, Germany and the UK.
Americans expect China’s international reputation will suffer because of how the country has handled the coronavirus outbreak.
Unfavorable views of China reach new historic high, and a majority supports taking a tougher stand on human rights.
A new survey of 16 publics finds a significant uptick in ratings for the U.S., with strong support for Joe Biden and several of his major policy initiatives. But many raise concerns about the health of America’s political system.
The U.S. is seen positively in advanced economies for its technology, entertainment, military and universities, but negatively for its health care system, discrimination and the state of its democracy.
Across the surveyed countries, opinion varies widely about the value of diversity. But interacting with people of different backgrounds is related to more positive attitudes about the role of diversity in society.
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