Americans Believing There Are Better Countries Than US Rises—Poll
Summary
A recent poll shows more Americans now think there are countries better than the United States, with 30% holding this view. The survey also reveals that fewer people believe in the American Dream and that younger generations feel less connected to democracy as a key part of U.S. identity.Key Facts
- 30% of Americans believe other countries are better than the U.S., up from 26% in March 2024.
- Only 25% say the U.S. stands above all other countries, while 44% say it is among the greatest but not the only one.
- Just 34% believe the American Dream—working hard to get ahead—still holds true today; 51% say it once did but not anymore.
- 61% think the U.S. used to be a great place for immigrants but no longer is.
- Among Americans aged 18-29, only 51% see a democratically elected government as very or extremely important to the country’s identity.
- Older generations place more importance on democracy as part of national identity than younger ones.
- Experts say Gen Z focuses more on issues like mental health, climate change, and human rights than traditional political systems.
- The poll was conducted April 16-20, 2024, with 2,596 Americans participating via internet and phone surveys.
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