Behind the Numbers

Do Americans still hate the United Nations?

Why do domestic politicians pay the price for a global problem?

If Romney thinks he can beat Obama on foreign policy, he's going to have to do a whole lot more than just criticize the president.

Is Russia still America's bogeyman?

As of late 2010, a higher percentage of Afghans than Americans supported the war there. But is that support eroding?

Despite the Republican claims that Obama's Iran policy is weak-kneed, the American public generally supports his wait-and-see approach. That is, of course, unless it doesn't work.

Most Americans really don’t like North Korea, but few say it’s worth going to war to make them get rid of their nuclear weapons.

Why are polls so all over the map when it comes to bombing Iran?

With Obama’s contraceptive plan putting him in hot water, how much does religion really matter at the ballot box?

In the end, Americans just aren't interested in getting involved in promoting democracy overseas.

Does killing bad guys really help at the ballot box?

The presidency will be won or lost on the strength of the economy, but some surprising international issues may mix things up.