Anger at Russian Americans misdirected since most also scorn Putin over Ukraine war

… In a first-of-its-kind Suffolk University/USA TODAY national poll of Americans of Russian and Ukrainian heritage, we find that not only those of Ukrainian heritage but also Americans of Russian heritage overwhelmingly disapprove of the war.

In fact, most Americans of Russian heritage went beyond disapproving of the war in their responses. Compared to 87% who disapprove of the war, nearly as many would like to see Putin removed from office (82%) and charged with war crimes (70%). 85% of Americans of Russian heritage also disapprove of the job Putin is doing as president. …

Biden’s approval is lower among Ukrainians than it is for Russians. The poll shows an indication as to why. When asked whether the U.S. is doing too much, not enough, or offering the right amount of support, 70% of Ukrainians say the U.S. isn’t doing enough. CONTINUED

David Paleologos (Suffolk U.), USA Today


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