Views of the European Union over time

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October 9, 2019

4. The European Union

Views of the European Union over time

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4. The European Union
Most Europeans optimistic about relations with other European nations, pessimistic about reducing inequality
Attitudes toward Germany positive but falling in some European countries
Young adults in the former Eastern Bloc and Italy see Germany favorably
Most like Germany, except in Greece
Merkel garners more confidence than other European leaders
Only German leader Angela Merkel earns positive ratings across EU
Since 2009, more say European integration has helped individual economies
Many who support right-wing parties think European integration has hurt their nation’s economy
Many people say EU membership has strengthened their national economies
Western Europeans more content with EU membership now than during euro crisis
Most believe EU membership has generally benefited their country
People who think EU membership has strengthened economy are more positive about EU
Many with a favorable view of right-wing populist parties less happy with EU
Young Europeans more keen on the EU
Most in member nations hold favorable views of EU

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