Public favorability toward a specific one-party authoritarian regime has risen significantly among Americans, climbing from a small minority in 2021 to nearly one in five, according to new polling by the Pew Research Center. The shift reflects a growing segment of the population with more positive perceptions of the country’s political system. While the reasons behind the change remain unclear, the survey highlights a notable trend in U.S. public opinion. The findings could spark debate over the factors influencing Americans’ views on foreign governance.


The share of Americans with a warm view of the one-party authoritarian country increased from 11% in 2021 to 19% today, according to a Pew Research Center survey.