Consider Russia an Enemy: The number of Americans who view Russia as an enemy has dropped significantly, according to a recent Pew Research Center poll. The survey reveals that only 50% of Americans now consider Russia an enemy, down from 61% in April 2024 and 70% in March 2022, shortly after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Shift in Republican Opinion
The shift in opinion is largely driven by Republicans, with only 40% now viewing Russia as an enemy, compared to 58% last year and 69% in March 2022. This represents a significant decline in the perception of Russia as a threat among Republicans, with some even echoing President Donald Trump’s defense of Vladimir Putin. Trump’s comments, such as questioning Ukraine’s actions in the war, have seemingly influenced Republican views.
Views on Russia’s Relationship with the US
The poll also shows that:
– 34% of Americans describe Russia as a competitor to the US
– 9% of Americans describe Russia as a partner
– 12% of Republicans view Russia as a partner, a higher percentage than before the invasion
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Partisan Divide on Ukraine Support
The survey highlights a growing partisan divide on support for Ukraine:
– 70% of Democrats express confidence in Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s leadership
– 30% of Republicans share this confidence
– 44% of Americans believe the US has a responsibility to support Ukraine’s defense, down from 50% in November
– *23% of Republicans* now support defending Ukraine, down from 36% in November
Confidence in Putin and Zelensky
The poll also reveals:
– 12% of Americans have some confidence in Putin to do the right thing regarding world affairs
– 57% of Americans have no confidence in Putin at all
– Half of Americans have a lot or some confidence in Zelensky’s leadership
Implications
The findings suggest a shift in American public opinion, particularly among Republicans, towards a more conciliatory view of Russia. This shift may have implications for US foreign policy and support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
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