In many countries, people are more negative about the economy amid COVID-19 than during Great Recession
A median of 80% across 10 countries now say their country’s economy is faring badly, compared with a median of 72% who said this in 2008-2009.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
Mara Mordecai
Former Research Assistant
Mara Mordecai is a former research assistant focusing on global attitudes research at Pew Research Center.
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Views of the economy have turned sharply negative in many countries amid COVID-19
Assessments of national economies have seen swift downturns in many countries, and few see improvements anytime soon.
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How people in Poland see key aspects of their democracy ahead of presidential election
Here’s what our surveys indicate about how Polish people see their democracy, international relations and social issues in the country.
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How Americans envision a post-pandemic world order
Americans are divided in their outlooks, mainly along ideological lines, but are more united on opinions about China’s place in the world.
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Americans and Germans Differ in Their Views of Each Other and the World
Political divides on both sides of the Atlantic continue to shape attitudes about relations with other nations, perceptions about defense spending and Americans’ and Germans’ views of each other.
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Before Soleimani’s death, concerns about Iran had fallen in many countries – including the U.S.
Asked in spring 2019 which country or group poses the greatest threat to their country in the future, just 6% of Americans named Iran.
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Mobile Divides in Emerging Economies
As ownership of mobile phones, especially smartphones, spreads rapidly across the globe, there are still notable numbers of people in emerging economies who don’t have access to mobile phones. And even phone owners struggle with connectivity, costs and security issues.
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Protests in Lebanon highlight ubiquity of WhatsApp, dissatisfaction with government
Amid unrest, here is a closer look at Lebanon’s widespread use of WhatsApp, as well as unhappiness with the political and economic situation.
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Supporters of European populist parties stand out on key issues, from EU to Putin
A look at how supporters of European populist parties stand out on key issues, from the European Union to Putin.
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5 facts about public opinion in Spain as its election nears
Spain’s public is concerned about democracy, inequality and their children’s financial future. But views of the economy have rebounded overall.
