A recent survey conducted among Lithuanian residents shows significant concern about the state of the nation, with two-thirds of respondents stating that they believe the situation in Lithuania is worsening. This figure shows a noticeable increase from the previous year when around 71% held similar views. In contrast, only a quarter of respondents (25%) felt that conditions were improving. The survey also highlights demographic differences in perception, particularly along age and income lines.

The findings reveal a clear generational divide, with a higher percentage of younger respondents (under 30) and urban residents believing in positive changes occurring in the country. Among these groups, 43% of the youth indicated optimism, alongside 35% of city dwellers and 38% of those with higher education. In particular, students and professionals showed an even stronger belief in improvements, indicating that education and urban living may influence positive outlooks.

Conversely, older citizens over the age of 50, rural residents, and those from lower income brackets expressed more pessimism, with 73% of older respondents, 76% of those living in the countryside, and 79% of individuals with the lowest family incomes believing that conditions are deteriorating. The survey underscores significant socio-economic divides in Lithuania, prompting a discussion about the disparity in perspectives that may arise from differing life experiences and economic realities, thereby highlighting areas that may require greater attention from policymakers.