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April 19, 2012

U.S., Germany Tie for Highest Approval Among Top Powers

Gallup, Gallup

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The U.S. faces significant competition from Germany in terms of its image worldwide. Median worldwide approval of Germany's leadership rose in 2011 to 47%, essentially tying median approval of U.S. leadership at 46%. Among the other major powers that Gallup asked people about, the leadership of the United Kingdom earns the next highest rating, at 40%, followed by China at 32%, and Russia at 28%.

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