Europe

Here’s what our surveys indicate about how Polish people see their democracy, international relations and social issues in the country.

Even as they age, younger generations in the U.S. tend to be more favorably disposed to groups, leaders and countries beyond their border.

Despite major changes in laws and norms surrounding the issue of same-sex marriage and the rights of LGBT people around the world, public opinion on the acceptance of homosexuality in society remains sharply divided by country, region and economic development.

Americans are much more likely than Germans to see U.S. bases in Germany as important for their country’s national security.

U.S. adults give high marks to South Korea and Germany’s pandemic responses. In contrast, most believe China has done an only fair or poor job.

Germans are increasingly negative about their relationship with the U.S. Also, Germans are more comfortable than Americans with globalization.

Most say cooperation with other countries is important in dealing with global threats, especially on the spread of infectious diseases.

91% of EU students in primary and secondary school were studying English in 2017 – more than all other foreign languages learned combined.

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.

Majorities say the democratic principles tested on our survey are at least somewhat important. But often, underwhelming percentages describe democratic rights and institutions as very important.