America’s reputation around the world has taken a hit under Trump. But in one country, favorability saw a substantial increase: Russia.
Out of 37 countries where the Pew Research Center polled thousands of residents from February to May, favorability ratings increased in only six, and mostly in the single-digits. In Russia, however, the percentage of respondents who view the U.S. favorably increased from 15% to 41%.
Approval of the U.S. amongst Russian respondents dropped drastically starting in 2014 until the end of Obama’s time in office. Around the same time, the U.S. issued sanctions against Russia after the annexation of Crimea …read more
Source: VICE News
