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short readsJun 11, 2024

Amid war in Gaza, 58% of Israelis say their country is not respected internationally

Most Israelis also feel that antisemitism and Islamophobia are common and that both kinds of prejudice are on the rise globally.
reportJun 11, 2024

Globally, Biden Receives Higher Ratings Than Trump

Across 34 nations polled, a 43% median have confidence in Biden’s handling of world affairs, while a 28% median have confidence in Trump.
reportMay 30, 2024

Israeli Views of the Israel-Hamas War

Israelis are divided over the military response in Gaza, with Arabs much more likely than Jews to say it’s gone too far. Arabs’ and Jews’ views of many aspects of the war differ.
reportFeb 28, 2024

Representative Democracy Remains a Popular Ideal, but People Around the World Are Critical of How It’s Working

A 24-country survey finds a median of 59% are dissatisfied with how their democracy is functioning, and 74% think elected officials don’t care what people like them think.