«Belief in democracy as a core pillar of American identity is eroding, with only about two-thirds of U.S. adults now stating that a democratically elected government is highly important to the nation's identity, a sharp drop from 80% in 2021.
The poll reveals a widening generational divide over American exceptionalism, as 44% of adults under 30 say there are other countries better than the U.S., compared to just 22% of Americans aged 60 and older who feel the same way.
Skepticism surrounding the "American Dream" has become mainstream, with 51% of all respondents stating that the ideal—that hard work guarantees success—once held true but no longer does in the current economic landscape.
Deep partisan splits persist regarding the nation's global standing and values, as roughly half of Republicans view the U.S. as standing above all other countries compared to only 7% of Democrats, while 76% of Democrats see a mix of global cultures as essential to the U.S. compared to 40% of Republicans.
The data highlights a broader feeling of national unease, contrasting sharply with local and federal planning for the upcoming "America 250" celebrations commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding.»
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