Democracy

A majority of Americans say significant changes are needed in the "fundamental design and structure of American government."

About six-in-ten registered voters in the five U.S. states where elections are conducted entirely by mail expect voting to be easy.

Americans are now more likely to expect foreign election interference than they were in October 2018, when 67% expected it.

With less than three months until Election Day, Joe Biden has an advantage over Donald Trump among registered voters. But support for Trump is much stronger.

65% of Americans say the option to vote early or absentee should be available to any voter without requiring a documented reason.

Here’s what our surveys indicate about how Polish people see their democracy, international relations and social issues in the country.

A majority of experts canvassed say significant reforms aimed at correcting problems in democratic institutions and representation will take place. But they are divided about whether this will lead to positive outcomes for the public.

The share of Americans voting by mail has risen in recent presidential election cycles, but there is variation from one state to another.

To mark World Press Freedom Day, here are five charts that show how people globally see the freedom of the press.

Overall, 70% of U.S. adults favor allowing any voter to vote by mail if they want to.