Rachel Hoff

Rachel Hoff is Policy Director at the Ronald Reagan Institute.

Donald Trump and mark Rutte

Opinion

July 9, 2026

Americans are not giving up on NATO, but they expect Europe to do its share

A new poll finds 73% of Americans believe NATO matters to U.S. security and prosperity, but a striking paradox emerges among MAGA Republicans.

USS Carney in Mediterranean

Opinion

December 6, 2023

What Washington can learn from the American people about national security

Latest Reagan National Defense Survey shows an unwavering belief that the U.S. should act as a leader in the world, rebuild its eroding military strength, and support our friends and allies.

China balloon trailed by US jet

Opinion

February 18, 2023

3 ways Biden, Congress must respond to very real Chinese, Russian threats

3 ways Biden, Congress must respond to very real Chinese, Russian threats. Citizens grasp dangers, but aren’t sure politicians, military are up to the task.

U.S President Joe Biden speaks during a press conference in the G20 leaders' summit in Rome, Italy October 31, 2021. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque

Opinion

December 1, 2021

Our country is skeptical about whether 'America is back,' more uncertain about US global leadership

The American people clearly recognize the threats our country faces but they are increasingly unsure and equivocal about whether or how the United States should lead in the world.