U.S. Public Attitudes on Globalization
American Public Attitudes on Globalization is the newest release of the Americans and the World website http://www.americans-world.org

Overall, Americans tend to see globalization as somewhat more positive than negative and appear to be growing familiar with the concept and more positive about it. A large majority favors moving with the process of globalization and only a small minority favors resisting it.

In a variety of ways, Americans show that their values are oriented to a global context and are not limited to a narrow concept of national interest. They show nearly the same level of concern for suffering inside and outside the US.

Overwhelming majorities feel US companies operating outside the US should be expected to abide by US laws on working conditions and the environment, even though they recognize this would likely lead to higher prices.

To address global problems, a very strong majority supports increased international cooperation. Support is strong for international institutions dealing with global problems like terrorism, the environment, and human rights issues. Only a small minority prefers to see the US tackle these problems on its own.

Americans show awareness that American popular culture is having a major impact on the world, but the majority does not show any desire to spread American culture.

Americans show modest enthusiasm for American popular culture, but most reject the idea that it poses a threat to other cultures. The spread of American culture is not seen as a major cause for terrorism.

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Our hope and expectation is that this will provide a valuable resource for policymakers, journalists, researchers, non-governmental organizations, students, and all individuals who would like to know more about American public opinion.