EU seen favorably across 17 advanced economies, but views vary on its coronavirus response
Majorities across much of Western Europe, North America and the Asia-Pacific region have a favorable view of the European Union.
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Majorities across much of Western Europe, North America and the Asia-Pacific region have a favorable view of the European Union.
Publics disagree about whether restrictions on public activity, such as stay-at-home orders or mandates to wear masks in public, have gone far enough to combat COVID-19.
Most think social media has made it easier to manipulate and divide people, but they also say it informs and raises awareness.
Among 17 publics surveyed, those in Japan report the most negative assessment of how their country has handled the pandemic.
Recent surveys have documented how people around the world view the issue of climate change and international responses.
Germans and Americans have both become more skeptical of China.
Family is preeminent for most publics but work, material well-being and health also play a key role.
There is minimal praise from other societies for how the United States and China are handling climate change.
Republican lawmakers have produced three-quarters of recent congressional social media posts that mention places and people in Asia.
Majorities across 20 publics say government investments in scientific research are worthwhile and express a lot or some confidence in scientists to do what is right for the public.
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