The Pew Global Attitudes Project is a series of worldwide public opinion surveys that encompasses a broad array of subjects ranging from people's assessments of their own lives to their views about the current state of the world and important issues of the day. More than 175,000 interviews in 55 countries have been conducted as part of the project's work.

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The Pew Global Attitudes Project is one of seven projects that make up the Pew Research Center.

June 29, 2009
Growing Old in America: Expectations vs. Reality

June 26, 2009
Obama's Favorite Theologian? A Short Course on Reinhold Niebuhr

June 25, 2009
140 Characters of Protest

June 25, 2009
Perils of Polling in Election '08

June 24, 2009
Pollwatch: Comparing the Polls on Spending and the Deficit

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12.18.08
Global Public Opinion in the Bush Years (2001-2008)
America's Image; Muslims and Westerners; Global Economy; Rise of China

Once he takes office, President-elect Barack Obama will have to navigate a world that has grown highly critical of the United States. Since 2001, the Pew Global Attitudes Project has documented a decline in America's international image amid widespread opposition to U.S. foreign policy. This report reviews many of the project's key findings on America's image during the Bush presidency, as well as other major global trends, such as tensions between Western and Muslim nations, changes in the global economy, and the rise of China. Read more

09.17.08
Unfavorable Views of Jews and Muslims on the Increase in Europe

Growing numbers of people in several major European countries say they have an unfavorable opinion of Jews, and opinions of Muslims also are more negative than they were several years ago. These findings are from a new Pew Global Attitudes Project report, based on data gathered from 24 countries from regions throughout the world, that examine worldwide religiosity and take a close look at Muslim publics' attitudes toward terrorism, Osama bin Laden, Hamas, Hezbollah and more. Read more

07.22.08
The Chinese Celebrate Their Roaring Economy, As They Struggle With Its Costs
Near Universal Optimism About Beijing Olympics

The 2008 Pew Global Attitudes survey in China finds that more than eight-in-ten Chinese are satisfied with their country's overall direction and their national economy, a significant increase in contentment from earlier in the decade. But levels of personal satisfaction are generally lower than the national measures, and the poll suggests the Chinese people - who express concern about inflation and pollution - may be struggling with the consequences of economic growth. Read more

06.12.08
Global Economic Gloom - China and India Notable Exceptions
Some Positive Signs for U.S. Image

The latest Pew Global Attitudes survey finds some encouraging signs for America's global image for the first time this decade. Although views of the United States remain negative in much of the world, favorable ratings have increased modestly since 2007 in 10 of 21 countries where comparative data are available. Many people around the world are paying close attention to the U.S. presidential election. Read more

04.01.09
Obama Unlikely to Find a Quick Fix for U.S. Image
President Will Face Challenges on Economic Crisis, Other Issues

03.26.09
Obama Abroad
Optimism and Obstacles for Obama in Europe

03.12.09
Few in Pakistan Support Extremists
But Few Favor Military Confrontation

03.05.09
Eastern Europe
A Crisis of Confidence in Capitalism?

02.12.09
The Global Middle Class
Views on Democracy, Religion, Values, and Life Satisfaction in Emerging Nations

02.10.09
Views of Chavez
Venezuelan President’s Popularity Has Declined in Latin America

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12.13.07
A Global Look At Public Perceptions of Health Problems, Priorities, and Donors:
The Kaiser/Pew Global Health Survey

10.04.07
World Publics Welcome Global Trade -- But Not Immigration

07.24.07
A Rising Tide Lifts Mood in the Developing World
Sharp Decline in Support for Suicide Bombing in Muslim Countries

06.27.07
Global Unease With Major World Powers
Rising Environmental Concern in 47-Nation Survey

09.21.06
Publics of Asian Powers Hold Negative Views of One Another
China's Neighbors Worry About Its Growing Military Strength

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