All articles tagged with #us public opinion
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Reuters
A majority of Americans support UN recognition of Palestine and believe the US should act to prevent starvation in Gaza, while a significant portion also views Israel's military response as excessive, reflecting deep partisan divides and ongoing international tensions.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Jerusalem Post
A majority of Americans (58%) support UN recognition of Palestine amid ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, with significant concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and debates over Israel's military response, reflecting complex international and domestic perspectives.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Pew Research Center
A Pew Research Center survey of 12,693 U.S. adults conducted from Feb. 13 to 25, 2024, reveals that 58% of Americans believe Israel's reasons for fighting Hamas are valid, while only 22% think the same about Hamas' reasons for fighting Israel. Additionally, 57% express some sympathy for both Israelis and Palestinians, with 26% sympathizing equally with both groups. The survey also highlights differences in views across age groups, with younger Americans being more critical of Israel's conduct in the war and expressing more favorable views of the Palestinian people. The report also delves into Americans' opinions on U.S. involvement in the conflict and their perceptions of President Joe Biden's handling of the issue.