Poll: Most Chinese Satisfied With Nation's Progress

by Frank Langfitt, NPR

As the Olympics approach, a poll finds the vast majority of Chinese are satisfied with their country's direction. The Pew Research Center conducted face-to-face interviews with more than 3,000 Chinese. China's stunning economic growth is one explanation for the extraordinary optimism. But the growth is also raising concerns about rising prices and the country's growing income gap.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, July 24, 2008