Richard Wike

Director, Global Attitudes Research

Publications
short reads | Mar 28, 2014

The world gives Saudi Arabia poor marks on freedoms

Americans are not the only ones who give Saudi Arabia poor marks on how the country treats its citizens: A median of just 18% across 39 countries surveyed said the Saudi government respects individual rights.

short reads | Nov 15, 2013

The global consensus: Inequality is a major problem

One of the most striking findings from a recent Pew Research Center survey of general publics across the globe was the degree to which people see the gap between rich and poor as a major challenge. In 31 of 39 nations, half or more of those polled said inequality is a very big problem in their country.

short reads | Oct 23, 2013

Few Americans trust Pakistan

Only 10% of Americans believe the U.S. can trust Pakistan a great deal or a fair amount.

short reads | Jul 29, 2013

As Israelis, Palestinians get ready for peace talks, many welcome American role

Many critics have questioned whether Secretary of State John Kerry’s focus on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is worth the effort, given the region’s rich history of diplomatic disappointment, but Kerry has managed to bring the two sides together this week in Washington for their first talks in several years.  Polling finds limited optimism about the prospects […]

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