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Both Millennials and Gen Z are more hesitant than their elders to endorse military approaches to foreign policy.

Survey results reveal how Japanese perceptions of security in East Asia have changed following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

While Americans broadly support upper age limits for federal elected officials, age is not their top consideration when choosing a candidate.

As the youngest continent in the world, Africans want upper age limits for elected officials while still respecting elders.

Public opinion signals the conflict is in dire need of stronger leadership and more practical policies.

Mass arrests have reduced crime in the short-term—but at a significant cost to human rights.

Senior Fellow Elizabeth Shackelford reflects on how the Council helps students dive in.

US sanctions on Latin American countries have exacerbated the worsening economic and political conditions behind the current migrant surge.

Queer farmers are challenging discriminatory legacies in agriculture, and envisioning an agricultural system that uplifts and celebrates LBGTQIA+ people.

But most oppose sending US troops to the island should China invade.

Sixty-one percent of the US public is uneasy with only the president having the power to authorize the use of nuclear weapons.

While the public believes nuclear weapons are an effective tool in deterring aggression, less than half say they make the country more secure.

Millennials and Gen Z are less confident in the effectiveness and utility of nuclear weapons than Boomers and Gen X.

The Council and Girl Security partnered to engage the next generation of women in national security.

The anniversary of the Taliban's return to power has reignited a debate about how best to support the Afghan people.

As the war in Ukraine continues, majorities say the United States should maintain or increase its commitment to NATO.

While the US public believes trade is good for the economy, it does favors some restrictions—especially on goods such as semiconductors.

Poll finds a majority of Americans value the US security partnership with Israel but say the status quo between Israel and Palestinians is unacceptable.

For the first time, a majority of Republicans think the United States should stay out of world affairs.

Overall, Americans say the status quo between Israelis and Palestinians is unacceptable.