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Majority of Americans Now Favor Cooperation with China

10/30/2025

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Summary

Public Opinion Shift

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey found that over half of Americans favor cooperation with China, up from 40% in 2024 and the first majority since 2019.
Craig Kafura, the Chicago Council on Global Affairs' director, noted a significant shift in public opinion.
Views on China remain deeply divided along party lines.
The erosion of bipartisanship in foreign policy has weakened America's global standing.

History

Historical Context

U.S.-China relations have fluctuated significantly over the decades, with public support for cooperation dropping to 30% in 2019 amid rising tensions. By 2024, this figure rose to over 50%, reflecting a shift in sentiment. This change highlights the ongoing partisan divide in U.S. foreign policy, which impacts America's global influence and diplomatic strategies, particularly regarding China.

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Public Opinion Shift

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey found that over half of Americans favor cooperation with China, up from 40% in 2024 and the first majority since 2019.
Craig Kafura, the Chicago Council on Global Affairs' director, noted a significant shift in public opinion.
Views on China remain deeply divided along party lines.
The erosion of bipartisanship in foreign policy has weakened America's global standing.

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