Survey: 80% of Americans are concerned about WWIII

10/16/2024 / By Richard Brown

Eight of 10 Americans are concerned about the prospect of World War III breaking out, according to a survey conducted by Talker Research.

The survey conducted on Oct. 1 and 2 polled 1,000 Americans across various political affiliations. Eighty-four percent of Republicans and 83 percent of third-party voters expressed concern over a potential world war, while only 74 percent of Democrats had the same concerns.

Upon close scrutiny, gender differences were pronounced in the poll’s results. Eighty-five percent of women fear a new global conflict, in contrast to 71 percent of men. The survey also found that 55 percent deem the ongoing conflict in Israel as a primary concern, while only 28 percent are concerned about the Russia-Ukraine war that has dragged on for more than two years.

The survey also asked respondents about who they would want to lead them during a time of conflict. Half of them expressed preference for former President Donald Trump, while only 41 percent picked incumbent Vice President Kamala Harris. Fourteen percent of third-party voters expressed confidence in neither.

StudyFinds commented on different aspects of the poll’s results. The majority of respondents being concerned about WWIII regardless of party lines “underscores a pervasive sense of unease among the American public regarding international stability,” it said.

Moreover, it also commented on respondents picking Trump as a more suitable leader to guide the nation in times of crisis. “This division suggests that perceptions of leadership effectiveness are closely tied to individual political beliefs, reflecting the complex dynamics of American politics in times of crisis,” StudyFinds stated. (Related: World War III is now inevitable – here’s why it can’t be avoided.)

Is the U.S. ready when WWIII breaks out?

A recent report from the bipartisan U.S. Commission on the National Defense Strategy (CNDS) highlighted that Washington must be ready if war breaks out. The report urged the U.S. to bolster its defense spending to Cold War levels to effectively address growing threats from China, Iran, Russia and North Korea.

Former U.S. Rep. Jane Harman (R-CA), chairwoman of the CNDS, stressed that “the U.S. faces its “most serious and challenging” threats since the end of World War II, including a tangible risk of “near-term major war.” This call for increased military readiness reflects the urgent need for the U.S. to navigate the complexities of modern warfare and international relations.

In recent remarks, Trump highlighted the world’s proximity to World War III. He cited China’s aggression toward Taiwan, Iran’s nuclear ambitions, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as critical factors. Tensions in the Middle East are also escalating, particularly between Israel and Hezbollah, raising concerns about the potential for an all-out conflict.

Recent retaliatory strikes between Israel and Hezbollah have intensified, with the Guardian reporting that it’s unclear if the two sides have already crossed into “all-out” war territory. An attack widely believed to have been initiated by Israel left 42 dead and over 3,000 wounded, further complicating the situation.

The risk of a broader conflict involving Iran, Israel and their respective allies could draw the U.S. into direct engagement, especially with increasing concerns that Russia may be sharing sensitive information and technology with Iran.

As geopolitical instability continues to mount, including tensions with North Korea and the implications of Russia’s actions in Ukraine, the potential for a global conflict remains a pressing concern for many Americans. In this charged atmosphere, the specter of war hangs heavy over the public consciousness, prompting citizens to reevaluate their political choices and national priorities as they navigate an uncertain future.

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