Study Finds British Voters More Right-Wing on Immigration Than Americans

New research reveals that British voters across the political spectrum, especially those on the right, express stronger right-wing views on immigration and ethnic homogeneity compared to Americans, with 70 percent of right-wing British voters considering it bad for society if the white population declines. While the UK generally leans left on most national policies compared to the US, immigration and diversity are notable exceptions, suggesting a rightward shift in British public opinion influenced by government immigration policies. The political landscape in Europe shows a rise in right-wing populism, with figures like Nigel Farage dominating UK discourse and parties like Podemos in Spain and La France Insoumise in France attempting to unify fragmented left-wing movements under strong leadership. Despite challenges and criticisms, left populist leaders such as Jean-Luc Mélenchon have managed to rally coalitions against growing far-right threats. In the UK, both major parties have struggled to counter the far-right’s influence, reflecting wider European trends of polarization around immigration and national identity.