In advanced and emerging economies, similar views on how social media affects democracy and society
People in advanced and emerging economies have mixed feelings about social media’s impact on political life.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
People in advanced and emerging economies have mixed feelings about social media’s impact on political life.
A median of 63% across 24 countries surveyed see the UN in a positive light, another 28% see it negatively.
Across the nations surveyed, a median of 62% of adults – including 63% in the United States – say their country will be better off if it is open to changes.
Seven-in-ten Muslim Americans say they think discrimination against Muslims has risen in the United States since the Israel-Hamas war began.
Amid growing discontent with the state of democracy globally, we asked over 30,000 people what changes would make their democracy work better.
Across 24 countries surveyed, a median of 66% give the EU a positive rating, while 29% give it a negative one.
Across 12 countries, a median of 40% of adults say they have no confidence in Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to do the right thing regarding world affairs, while a median of 37% say they have at least some confidence. About eight-in-ten Indians (79%) have a favorable view of Modi, including a 55% majority with a very favorable view.
Majorities in most of the 27 places around the world surveyed in 2023 and 2024 say abortion should be legal in all or most cases.
58% of Americans see NATO favorably, down 4 points since 2023. Democrats and Republicans are increasingly divided on the alliance and on Ukraine aid.
91% of Americans have unfavorable views of Russia and 83% have unfavorable views of China.
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