Between Russia and Ukraine, Americans say either stay out or side with Ukraine

A slight majority of Americans would prefer the U.S. stay out of any negotiations around the situation with Russia and Ukraine, while those who would take a side say the U.S. should stand with Ukraine. They cite stopping further Russian influence in the region and defending democracy as top reasons. […] Read more »

How would the American public respond to a Russian invasion of Ukraine?

President Joe Biden has said that Russia would experience “enormous consequences” if it invaded Ukraine, but that he has “no intention” of moving military forces into the country. Opinion polls suggest this might be more or less what the American people want. Across the political spectrum, a strong majority supports […] Read more »

Republicans and Democrats alike view Russia more as a competitor than an enemy of the U.S.

Amid tensions between the United States and Russia over a possible military invasion of Ukraine, Republicans and Democrats are largely in agreement about the threats posed by Russia, according to a new survey by Pew Research Center. The survey was conducted Jan. 10-17, prior to the U.S. putting troops on […] Read more »

Iran, North Korea Liked Least by Americans

Of 20 countries rated in Gallup’s 2020 World Affairs survey, 10 receive favorable ratings from a majority of Americans, while an equal number receive unfavorable ratings. Iran’s 11% favorable is the lowest of all, followed closely by North Korea’s 12%. Meanwhile, Canada and Great Britain, at the very top, are […] Read more »