Views about size of government among adults who feel a deep sense of wonder about the universe at least once a week by importance of religion (2014) Switch to: Importance of religion in one's life among adults who feel a deep sense of wonder about the universe at least once a week by views about size of government

% of adults who feel a deep sense of wonder about the universe at least once a week who would rather have…

Importance of religion in one's lifeSmaller government; fewer servicesBigger government; more servicesDependsDon't knowSample size
Very important52%40%3%4%9,590
Somewhat important51%43%3%3%3,276
Not too important50%42%3%4%1,552
Not at all important45%46%5%4%1,950
Don't know43%32%9%16%146
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