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Record 48% of Americans think US is too supportive of Israel - poll

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  • A new Quinnipiac University poll reveals a record 48% of American voters believe the U.S. is too supportive of Israel.
  • The survey also found 60% of respondents consider military intervention in Iran "not worth it."
  • These findings follow primary election results where Democrats critical of Israel saw significant wins in New York.

A recent poll indicates a significant shift in American public opinion regarding U.S. foreign policy, with a record 48% of voters now believing the United States is "too supportive" of Israel. The survey, conducted by Quinnipiac University and released Wednesday, marks the highest percentage since the polling began in 2017.

too supportive

— American votersThe sentiment of 48% of respondents in a Quinnipiac University poll regarding U.S. support for Israel.

Concurrently, the poll revealed that 60% of respondents view military intervention in Iran as "not worth it," contrasting with 34% who believe it is "worth it." These sentiments emerge in the wake of Democratic primary elections in New York, where several candidates critical of Israel achieved notable victories, suggesting a growing alignment between public opinion and the political landscape.

not worth it

— American votersThe view of 60% of respondents in a Quinnipiac University poll on military intervention in Iran.

The poll data highlights stark partisan divides. While 66% of Democrats feel the U.S. is overly supportive of Israel, only 20% of Republicans share this view, with 69% believing current support levels are appropriate. Similarly, Republicans largely favor military action in Iran (75%), while Democrats overwhelmingly oppose it (93%). Independent voters largely align with Democrats on both issues.

about right

— American votersThe opinion of 38% of respondents regarding U.S. support for Israel.

When voters were asked to prioritize issues for the U.S. House of Representatives elections, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict was cited by 41% of respondents, surpassing concerns about AI data centers and even Donald Trump, though it trailed behind the high cost of living (70%) and healthcare (59%). The Quinnipiac poll surveyed 1,165 registered voters between June 18 and 22, with a margin of error of 3.4 percentage points.

not supportive enough

— American votersThe view of 7% of respondents on U.S. support for Israel.
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