Record High Sense of National Pride Among Voters, According to New Fox News Poll

Record High Sense of National Pride Among Voters, According to New Fox News Poll

A recent Fox News national survey reveals an encouraging trend among voters, highlighting a significant rise in national pride. For the first time in over a decade, 58 percent of voters express pride in their country. This figure marks an increase of 13 percentage points since June 2024, approaching levels last seen in 2011 when 69 percent of individuals reported feeling proud.

However, the survey also indicates that 41 percent of respondents do not share this sense of pride. The survey was conducted prior to a series of significant events in the Middle East, which include U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and diplomatic efforts by former President Donald Trump to establish a ceasefire between Israel and Iran.

Republican Pride Takes the Lead

The surge in national pride is primarily driven by a notable increase among Republican voters. Currently, 85 percent of Republicans express pride in the United States, a significant jump from 36 percent last summer. This represents a stark contrast to Democratic sentiments, where only 36 percent of voters now feel proud, with 61 percent indicating a lack of pride.

When comparing the data from previous years, Republicans today exhibit a 30-point increase in pride over last year’s Democrats, who reported 55 percent pride in 2024. In 2011, over half of Democrats, Republicans, and Independents indicated feelings of pride in their nation.

Diverse Perspectives Among Voter Groups

The survey results also reveal discrepancies among various demographic groups. Approximately 36 percent of Democrats express pride, but a substantial majority, 64 percent, do not. Independents maintain a relatively stable viewpoint with about four in ten indicating pride in the country.

Pollster Daron Shaw, who collaborates with Democrat Chris Anderson for the Fox News survey, notes that while pride in the United States should transcend party lines, the data suggests otherwise. Shaw states that pride appears to be influenced by the current political landscape, with individuals becoming more reluctant to express national pride when opposing parties are in power.

Strong Sentiments Among Specific Groups

Moreover, among the ranks of proud voters, a striking 92 percent of MAGA supporters express pride in the nation. Additionally, 88 percent of Republican men and 80 percent of White evangelical Christians report similar sentiments of national pride. Conversely, feelings of discontent are notably higher among certain groups such as women with college degrees, 51 percent of whom do not feel proud, as well as 57 percent of younger voters under 30 years old.

Perceptions of the U.S. as the Best Country

In a related finding, a substantial 68 percent of voters affirm that the United States is the best country in the world to live in, although 30 percent disagree. This sentiment has remained consistent over the past four years but reflects a decline when compared to previous years; in 2015, 83 percent and in 2011, 84 percent held the same belief.

Back in 2011, majorities across parties viewed the U.S. as the best place to live—89 percent of Republicans, 84 percent of Democrats, and 73 percent of Independents shared this view. Today’s statistics show that while 90 percent of Republicans still believe this, the figure has dropped by 34 points among Democrats to 50 percent and by 13 points among Independents to 60 percent.

Trust in Government: A Declining Trend

Despite an increase in national pride, overall trust in the federal government continues to wane. Only one-third of voters express confidence in their government, while nearly two-thirds harbor distrust. Trust in the federal government peaked in 2002, with 54 percent expressing confidence during that time—a notable contrast to the sentiment today.

A significant 73 percent of Democrats and 80 percent of Independents do not trust the federal government, while Republican views remain mixed, with 47 percent indicating trust and 48 percent expressing distrust.

Concerns About the Future

Even as feelings of pride rise, a staggering 85 percent of voters voice concerns about the future of the country, marking it as the predominant issue among eight concerns surveyed. This concern has increased by one point compared to the previous highest concern. Close behind is the issue of inflation, which 84 percent of voters regard as a significant concern, followed by government spending (80 percent) and the potential for Iran to develop nuclear capabilities (78 percent).

Democrats and Independents are particularly concerned about the country’s future, with 90 percent of both groups expressing worry. Republicans, however, rank this concern lower, at 79 percent, positioning it fourth behind immigration, concerns regarding Iran, and government spending.

A New Perspective on American Pride

As the nation grapples with varying sentiments of pride and discontent, the results of the Fox News survey reflect the evolving landscape of American political and social attitudes. While a record number of voters report pride in their country, significant challenges remain regarding public trust and the future direction of the nation.

The survey, conducted between June 13 and 16, 2025, included interviews with a representative sample of 1,003 registered voters selected from a national voter file. Participants responded through both traditional methods and modern online techniques, ensuring diverse representation. The margin of error for the overall sample is ±3 percentage points, with larger margins affecting subgroup data.