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The 2012 Chicago Council Survey tracks public opinion on US foreign policy since the September 11 attacks, and includes an assessment of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

For the first time since the question was first asked in the 1994 Chicago Council Survey, more Americans say that Asia is more important to the US than Europe.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates perceptions of South Korea are positive, with Americans viewing the country as a partner rather than a rival.

The 2012 Chicago Council Survey on American public opinion and US foreign policy provides important context for thinking about the future of the US-Japan alliance. 

This survey, from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, reveals that Americans have grown less concerned about large numbers of immigrants coming to the U.S.

A survey from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs highlighting key foreign policy topics that will be covered in the final 2012 Presidential debate.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs indicates nearly half of Americans think the government is not doing enough to limit climate change.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates a majority of Americans across the political spectrum encourage energy independence.

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey shows a majority of informed Midwesterners support key immigration policy proposals.

This paper analyzes whether the strong relationship between the US and South Korea would be sustained under new presidents and how the Korean and American public’s view the alliance.In an election year for both nations, the alliance between the US

This report highlights the role of immigration in ensuring the Midwest’s future competitiveness and prosperity and identifies necessary policy directions or interventions.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey shows that preventing North Korea from building nuclear capability ranks the highest US foreign policy priority.

Although reducing energy dependence remains a top priority among Americans, a debate over energy production versus environmental protection is gaining traction.

In 2013, Americans’ overall views of Mexico are at their lowest point ever in Chicago Council Surveys dating back to 1994.

In 2013, a majority of Americans support some variation of immigration reform, but many have bias against Mexican immigrants.

This survey shows Americans still think that the US should work on friendly engagement and strengthening ties with China.

Survey data shows that while Americans favor a range of policies to reduce energy dependence, economic growth takes priority.

A Chicago Council on Global Affairs report which shows bipartisan support among Midwestern business leaders to pass immigration reform.

In advance of President Obama’s trip to Mexico for the North American leaders’ summit on February 19, a survey finds Americans and Mexicans recognize the importance of US-Mexico economic relations.

Survey results show that American and Mexican governments have some challenges in order to shift public attention to North American trade and energy cooperation.

The 2014 Chicago Council Survey of American public opinion and US foreign policy shows public support for an “Active” Role in world affairs.

Survey results indicate Americans rate climate change as a lower priority than other foreign policy concerns. However, many believe the US government should do more to address the issue.

This survey from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs shows that most Americans believe the government isn’t doing enough to combat climate change.

Council survey data finds Americans place a high priority on a secure energy supply and expect renewal sources will overtake fossil fuels in the next 10 years.