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The survey shows Americans are generally upbeat about the nation's economy, military strength, economic opportunity and overall quality of life. The majority of Americans say they felt satisfied with each of these issues. Americans are also feeling better about the roles of women and gays in society as opposed to three years ago.

Breaking it down by party label, Republicans remain largely conservative with 73 percent of the GOP faithful calling themselves right of center while 21 percent say they are moderates and 4 percent say they are liberals.

Gallup found that Americans are far more optimistic about their financial situations now than they have been in a decade and a half.