Key Facts
• A U.S. survey marks 80 years since Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings.
• Conducted by Pew Research Center in June 2025 with 5,000 participants aged 18+.
• 35% of respondents said the bombings were justifiable, while 31% disagreed.
• Support for justification is higher among older generations (48% for 65+ vs. 27% for 18–29).
• A 2015 survey showed 56% support, indicating a possible decline in justification support.
• Results highlight generational differences and evolving perspectives on the bombings.
Summary
A recent Pew Research Center survey, conducted in June 2025, reveals divided opinions among Americans on the justification of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings, 80 years after the events. Of the 5,000 participants aged 18 and older, 35% believe the bombings were justifiable, while 31% disagree. The survey also highlights generational differences, with older respondents (65+) more likely to justify the bombings (48%) compared to younger participants aged 18–29 (27%). Compared to a 2015 survey where 56% supported the bombings, the findings suggest a potential decline in public support. These results underscore shifting perspectives and the complexity of public opinion on this historical event.
