Public Opinion: How Americans View Trump's Tariffs on Canada
Americans hold diverse views on Trump's proposed tariffs on Canadian goods. A majority are skeptical, while a smaller percentage support them.
Top Longest-Serving World Leaders in 2025
Paul Biya of Cameroon, Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea, and Ali Khamenei of Iran stand out as some of the longest-serving world leaders in 2…
Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs on Major Nations
Reciprocal tariffs imposed by the U.S. on major nations have significantly impacted global trade. With tariffs as high as 46% on countries like Vietnam and Chi…
Libya's Surprising Democratic Gains: 2024 Index Highlights
Libya made notable strides in its democratic development in 2024, with a significant improvement in its democratic score due to reduced internal conflict. This…
Trump's Executive Orders: A Historic Comparison to Past Presidents
Executive orders are powerful directives used by U.S. presidents to manage federal operations and enact policy. All presidents have utilized these orders, but…
First 100 Days: U.S. Presidential Approval Ratings Ranked
The first 100 days of a U.S. president's term are critical in shaping public perception and political capital, with historical approval ratings offering a glim…
Are Tariffs Fueling Inflation Fears in the US?
Tariffs on major trading partners, including Canada, Mexico, and China, are a significant factor in the 34-year high in inflation expectations in the US. This…
The Global Government Landscape: More Than Half Under Authoritarian or Non-Centrist Rule
Over half of the world's population resides under non-centrist governments, ranging from autocracies to left- or right-wing parties. Understanding these varied…
The Impact of Trump's Tariffs on Global Trade
Trump's tariffs have triggered significant global trade losses, with China, Europe, and the U.S. facing the most substantial impacts. The projected $450.1 bill…
Trump's 143 Executive Orders in First 100 Days, by Topic
Donald Trump signed a historic 143 executive orders in his first 100 days of his second term, more than any other U.S. president in the same period, Biden and…
Countries with the Biggest Freedom Decline 2014-2024
Over the past decade, several countries have experienced significant declines in democratic freedoms, with Nicaragua, Tunisia, El Salvador, and Tanzania toppin…
Who Wins and Loses from Trump's Tariffs?
Trump's tariffs significantly altered the global trade landscape, with countries experiencing varying impacts. While nations like China faced substantial disad…