“iraq” Charts
Muslim World Wants Change in Syria By and For Syrians »
All across the Muslim world, there is a strong current of popular opposition to the Assad administration. There is also,…
#saveourveterans: Military Families Disapprove of VA »
Nearly 3 of 4 veterans and military families believe the US Department of Veterans Affairs has not lived up to…
Older Generations Fear for US Islamism, Millennials Unfazed »
Americans over the age of 65 are 40 percentage points more likely than Millennials to report feeling 'very' concerned about…
IS and the Effect of Two Videos on American Psyche »
The bloody rise of IS in Iraq and Syria has left Americans concerned for the safety of their country, especially…
Americans: After Costly Interventions, No More Bill-Footing »
A comfortable majority of Americans take a more realist perspective concerning national security: we should only get involved militarily if…
Iraq: The Global Cost of Building a Failed State »
The U.S. shouldered a heavy load in the Iraq War, to the tune of $2.4 trillion from 2003-2011. As depicted…
Was Iraq a Mistake? »
The percentage of Americans that consider the invasion of Saddam Hussein's Iraq a mistake has been largely stagnant since midway…
A Tale of Two Wars »
Over the past decade, the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan have weighed heavily on the United States' military budget. Peaking…
The Great Sunni-Shia Divide Within Islam »
Like other Abrahamic faiths, Islam has multiple schisms. The greatest divide is the Sunni-Shia division. Historically, Sunnis elected Abu Bakr,…
US Supports Combat Roles for Women, Vets Slightly Less »
Veterans and military families are less likely to support close combat roles for women in the US military in comparison…
Despite New Dangers in Iraq, Americans Want Little To Do »
Despite arguably posing a much more real, direct threat to US interests than Saddam Hussein ever did, Americans are tired…
US Hesitantly Accepts Military Engagement in Iraq, Again »
Just over 50% of Americans support the recent airstrike campaign against Islamic State militants that have overrun much of northern…
Are Our Hands Clean in Iraq? »
The explosion of violence and the threatening destabilization of Iraq caused by the rise of Islamic fundamentalist group ISIS has…
The Economy Of ISIS »
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria is undoubtedly one of the largest, and most rapidly growing threats facing the…
America's Terror Threat, In Perspective »
Whether a consequence of the recent rise in terrorist activity or the politicizing of the terrorist threat, Americans are becoming…
America's Faulty Memory Of The Iraq War »
When it comes to the Iraq War, Americans aren't quite remembering things right. Although a poll in 2003 revealed that…
What Issues Will Make or Break 2016 Presidential Candidates? »
Americans have come out strongly by saying that any presidential candidate that denies man-made climate change will not get their…
Public Opinion on Iran »
Americans are strongly supportive of diplomatic relations with Iran, according to a CNN poll. While about half believe that some…
America's Least Liked Nations »
Gallup asked Americans of their overall view of various prominent countries on the world stage. The nations can be divided…
Which War Is Killing The Most Americans? »
More Americans have been killed by the war south of the border than the wars across the sea. Should the…
Obama's ISIS War Surprisingly Popular in Arab Nations »
People across Arab nations were asked the question, "In general, do you support or oppose the military airstrikes by the…
The Enemy Of Our Enemy: Cooperating With Iran Against ISIS »
Although the United States and Iran have a notoriously poor relationship, a plurality of Americans favor cooperating with Iran in…
United We Stand: ISIS will fall »
In a time where gridlock dominates our country due to partisan politics, it is rare to see bipartisan support for…
Europe Supports US Initiative Against IS, On One Condition »
The citizens of various European countries share the concern of the United States in respect to the threat the Islamic…
Sunni Iraqis Lose Faith in Maliki Government Post-ISIS »
The majority-Shia country has been led by Shia Muslim political factions and a Shia Prime Minister, Nouri al-Maliki. Sunni Muslims…
Obama on Foreign Policy »
At a point in time where our countries handling of foreign policy is so crucial; due to many flashpoints around…
Americans are Divided About Iraq...Again »
Last week Obama announced the deployment of almost 300 military advisers to Iraq to assist the Iraqi military in fending…
Look How Much We're Already Spending on the Iraq War »
Iraq was a costly war for everyone involved, including U.S. taxpayers. The annual expenditure rate of the Iraq war comes…
There's Something Seriously Wrong With How We Watch TV »
While over one-in-three Americans tuned in for the most recent Super Bowl Championship, only about a tenth watched the President's…
To strike or not? 3 Polls, Same Story »
Even though most people are just starting to pay attention, the outlines of opinion are clear. The American people are…
FAUX News: Led Us to War, One Lie at a Time »
The extent of Americans' misbelief on issues varies tremendously depending on their news source. 56% of those polled said that…
Occupations: Veterans vs. Nonveterans »
The most popular type of occupation among employed U.S. veterans in 2012 was professional and related work, with 19.7% of…
Educational Attainment by Veteran Status »
Recent U.S. veterans from the Gulf War-era II (served since September 2001) are the most likely veterans to have received…
Labor Market Activity of Young Veterans »
The longer that young U.S. veterans (ages 18-24) are separated from the Armed Forces, the higher the rate of employment…
Veterans by Period of Service »
As of May 2013, 46% of U.S. veterans served during the World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam-era. Veterans from…
Recent Veterans Have Highest Unemployment Rates »
In general, U.S. veterans have lower unemployment rates than nonveterans. However, Gulf War-era II veterans (served since September 2001) have…