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The 2024 Chicago Council Survey finds there is often less division than imagined when it comes to long-standing pillars of US foreign policy.

More than half also say the decline of democracies around the world, foreign interference in American elections, and the conflict in the Middle East pose critical threats to vital US interests.

The public also remains in favor of maintaining long-term military bases abroad.

While supporters of both parties see benefits in US security agreements, Republicans tend to be more concerned about the associated costs.

The public's top priorities: protecting American jobs and preventing the spread of nuclear weapons.

Pandemic-era shortages seem to have strengthened the public's appetite for greater economic self-sufficiency.

While most Democrats favor taking an active part in world affairs, Republicans remain divided.

Results and analysis of the Council's annual survey of American views on foreign policy.

Republican views of immigrants and immigration policy largely diverge from overall American attitudes.

The Council partnered with New America to explore how Americans across backgrounds view key issues facing the world today.