Most Americans say the conflict between Russia and Ukraine has increased the possible deployment of nuclear weapons and 45% are personally concerned that Russia would use nuclear weapons against the United States.
Feeling the impacts of inflation, a majority of Americans are concerned about the national economy. Twice as many think Biden’s policies have hurt rather than helped the economy, but a majority views high gas prices as outside of his control.
While there is strong support for the U.S. sanctions against Russia, most say President Biden has not been tough enough in the wake of the invasion of Ukraine.
Over the last month, support for the U.S. taking a major role in the war between Russia and Ukraine increased and more now worry about Russia’s global influence.
Less than a quarter of Americans feel hopeful or proud about the state of democracy in the United States today. Views of the state of voting rights and election security depend on partisanship, age, and race.