Americans' Opinion on Russia Reverses in Recent Years
by Anthony Sibley (AJ) on Sep 25, 2013 | Views: 93 | Score: 0
Ally/Friendly | Enemy/Unfriendly | |
---|---|---|
2006 | 73 | 20 |
2013 | 50 | 44 |
Percentage of Americans
Sources:
gallup.com
Ally/Friendly | Enemy/Unfriendly | |
---|---|---|
2006 | 73 | 20 |
2013 | 50 | 44 |
While only 7 years ago, three-in-four Americans considered Russia an ally or friendly to the US, that opinion has precipitously declined. For the first time in 15 years, more now view Russia unfavorably. A recent series of international events, including the Syrian civil war and Snowden's asylum, and Russia's restriction on gay rights, may have contributed to this significant decline.