Americans Say Strong Alliances Matter More Than Ever Amid Global Tensions

In this week’s WG Economy, David Winston of The Winston Group highlights how rising global threats—like Israel’s strikes on Iran—have renewed voter focus on U.S. alliances. New data shows 68% of voters now view alliances as “very important,” up from 61% last year, with gains across Republicans, Independents, and Democrats. Even younger Republicans are showing a shift. As foreign threats grow, so does the belief that America shouldn’t go it alone.