Pew Research Center Staff

Majorities or pluralities in 19 of 25 countries surveyed have a favorable view of the United Nations; moreover, ratings of the U.N. have grown more positive since 2007 in 12 of the 25 countries.

Despite worldwide skepticism of Russian President Dmitri Medvedev, he remains popular at home -- though not quite as popular as his predecessor, Vladimir Putin.

In a reversal of recent trends, the 2009 Pew Global Attitudes survey finds that among 25 countries surveyed, the largest increase in support for trade occurred in the United States.

Majorities in all 25 of the countries included in the 2009 Pew Global Attitudes Survey agree that their government should take steps to protect their nation's economy even if other allies object.

Nearly half of African Americans have gone online with a handheld device, helping to offset traditional lower levels of internet access among blacks.

A majority of Americans have logged onto the internet with a wireless connection.

Only 15% of Americans believe that the U.S. has the best health care in the world.

Nearly four-in-ten American drivers report having cursed or shouted at other drivers in the past year.

Only about a quarter of U.S. drivers now say they consider their car "something special -- more than just a way to get around," barely half of the 43% who felt this way in 1991.

Only about half (55%) of all African Americans express confidence in the police to do a good job enforcing the law.