Negative Views of China Have Softened Slightly Among Americans
Americans see China unfavorably, but the share with this view has dropped for the first time in five years.
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Christine Huang is a research associate focusing on global attitudes at Pew Research Center.
Americans see China unfavorably, but the share with this view has dropped for the first time in five years.
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