Nearly two-thirds in the U.S. (65%) also say Americans are tolerant, but international publics are less convinced. The term 'gun control' seems to be a politicized phrase that encourages a partisan response. And Americans are more united on gun control issues than it seems. On the positive side, half or more in 15 of 16 nations say Americans are optimistic, and majorities in 14 countries think Americans are hardworking (although relatively few in China or Japan say this). previous Pew Research Center surveys have found higher international ratings for Obama than for his predecessor, George W. Bush.

Source: Huffington Post June 29, 2016 14:03 UTC