Reagan Institute

A generational gap in the United States has emerged regarding concerns about China, with younger Americans less likely to view Beijing as a cause for concern compared to older generations. The 2026 Reagan Institute Summer Survey found that unease about China increases with age, but political divisions within the US over foreign policy do not strongly influence views on China.

Americans are nearly evenly split between favoring Iranian regime change (36%) and a negotiated U.S. settlement (39%) with Iran, according to the Reagan Institute Summer Survey. Republicans, particularly MAGA Republicans, show stronger support for regime change compared to Democrats, who prefer diplomatic solutions. The survey, conducted May 26-June 3 with a 2.5% margin of error, highlights partisan divisions over U.S. policy toward Iran.

A Reagan Institute poll shows Americans are divided on U.S. policy toward Iran, with 39% favoring a negotiated settlement and 36% supporting regime change. Partisan divides are evident, with Republicans more likely to prefer replacing Iran's government (50%) compared to Democrats, who favor diplomacy (52%).