Just over seven months ago, Israel found itself on the receiving end of an attack from the Palestinian terrorist organization known as Hamas. The group viciously invaded Israel, shooting up homes, taking people hostage, and committing other heinous acts. To this day, many Israelis remain stuck as captives in Gaza, with no telling if they'll ever get out.

For most of the world, supporting Israel's right to self-protect is a given. The West, in particular, has rallies around the Jewish state, supplying it with necessary arms and other assets.

Unfortunately, even in the West, there are some folks who dislike Israel, view it as an "apartheid state," and believe the country is rightfully owed to Palestinians. Individuals who hold these views have not just protested, but also engaged in violent acts, including assault and battery.

In the wake of this, a new poll shows only a small minority of Americans approve of the anti-Israel demonstrations that have been taking place across our nation's college campuses.

Where most Americans stand on the war between Israel and Hamas

Ultimately, the majority of this country understands the gravity of evil that took place on October 7. Furthermore, Americans overwhelmingly back Israel in its mission to self-defend and bring home the hostages who remain captive in Gaza.

According to YouGov, only 26% of people favor the protests that deny Israel's right to protect its country. 25% stated they lacked a firm position on pro-Palestine demonstrations and 50% of Americans noted their opposition to anti-Israel gatherings on college campuses.

Within recent weeks, one story after the next has broken about violence transpiring during pro-Palestine protests. Far too often, law enforcement's had to step in to prevent things from fully spiraling out of control.

As for thoughts about police involvement, Americans' views are largely split. 29% of the country remains uncertain of what to think. However, 25% agree law enforcement's presence should go further. Another 25% feel the police have handled the demonstrations appropriately. Only 21% of Americans told YouGov that law enforcement has been too austere.

What's really driving these demonstrations?

Last month, reports began to spread of Crowds on Demand - a service that pays folks to appear at protests and other public events - having a significant role in pro-Palestine demonstrations.

This would suggest that at least a portion of anti-Israel sentiment is artificial, rather than indicative of everyday Americans' viewpoints.