Pew Research Center

Israel's reputation problem runs deeper than PR - opinion

Ronald Lauder said that Israel has an image problem and needs professional help. He’s right, up to a point. The billionaire cosmetic heir is a personal friend of both Trump and Netanyahu.

 The flags of Israel and the US are seen at a table during a meeting between officials from the two countries.
People take part in a protest and march gathering at Times Square to oppose the joint U.S.-Israel war on Iran in New York City on March 13, 2026.

Nearly half of young Americans view US relationship with Israel as a burden, survey finds

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference in Jerusalem, March 19, 2026.

Majority of US adults have negative view on Israel, Netanyahu, Pew Research finds

Residents of a largely Hispanic neighbourhood watch a gathering of fellow community members and activists across the street from the site of a concluded raid by federal authorities as they expand their crackdown on illegal immigration, in Raleigh, North Carolina, US, November 18, 2025.

Majority of US Latinos believe Trump's policies are more harmful than helpful, Pew Research


Most US journalists love their work, recognize challenges in news - Pew

Overall, the field of US journalism remains something that is highly valued by those who work in it, but it is one facing numerous challenges, something the journalists are very aware of.

A photojournalist in a press vest [Illustrative]

Americans’ views of gov't: Sliver of support in widespread distrust - Pew

This negative sentiment toward the government, reflected in the fact that only about 20% of Americans trust Washington, has been persistent since the second term of President George W. Bush.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks during a rally following a march in opposition to coronavirus disease (COVID-19) mandates on the National Mall, in Washington, DC, US, January 23, 2022.

American views on both Israelis, Palestinians have improved - Pew

A plurality of Americans (42%) view both Israelis and Palestinians favorably while 25% view just Israelis favorably.

AMERICAN AND ISRAELI flags fly during a demonstration in support of Israel at the US Capitol in 2002.

Inflation seen as the biggest problem facing the US - Pew poll

The challenge with the next highest amount of concern was health care affordability, which 55% of Americans viewed was a very big problem.

 Inflation (Illustrative).

What do Americans think of the Russia-Ukraine war and of the US response?- Pew study

A new Pew Research Center poll found that a significant amount of Americans are concerned they could be Russia's next target.

 US first lady Jill Biden meets with Olena Zelenska, wife of Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, at School 6, a public school that has taken in displaced students in Uzhhorod, Ukraine, May 8, 2022.

Amid Russia-Ukraine war, 70% of Americans see Russia as an enemy - Pew

An overwhelming majority of Americans (92%) have unfavorable views of Russia. * Republicans and Democrats are largely in agreement.

 People take part in a protest against Russia's invasion of Ukraine, outside the Russian Mission to the United Nations in New York City, US, February 24, 2022.

What do Americans really think about artificial intelligence? - study

While the public is generally concerned about the rise of AI, views are tied to how these technologies would be used and what constraints would be put in place.

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Americans broadly support Ukraine, hold mixed views on US policy - Pew survey

Americans broadly side with measures meant to halt Russia’s assault, though disagree on the US government and President Joe Biden's response to the war.

People demostrate during an anti-war protest called ''Stand with Ukraine'', amid Russia's invasion, in central Brussels, Belgium March 6, 2022

Two-thirds of Americans support climate change policies - survey

Even more believe a transition to renewable energy would not happen fast enough to prevent severe climate catastrophes • half say even global effort won't be enough

US President Joe Biden walks to deliver a speech during "Action on Forests and Land-Use" event at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland, Britain, November 2, 2021

27% decline in Black Protestant approval of Biden - new Pew analysis

Between March 2021 and January 2022, Black Protestant approval of the president fell from 92% to 65%, the survey showed.

 Bishop Michael Curry, Presiding Bishop and Primate of the Episcopal Church, speaks to the media following a meeting between the Circle of Protection, a coalition of Christian denominations, at the White House