short readsOct 16, 2017 A growing share of Americans say it’s not necessary to believe in God to be moral Most U.S. adults now say it is not necessary to believe in God to be moral and have good values, up from about half who expressed this view in 2011.
short readsFeb 27, 2017 Most white evangelicals approve of Trump travel prohibition and express concerns about extremism While most Americans disapprove of Donald Trump’s recent refugee policy, there is a sizable divide on the issue among major religious groups.
short readsFeb 3, 2017 Most Americans oppose churches choosing sides in elections There has long been a consensus that churches should not endorse specific candidates for public office, and a current law known as the Johnson Amendment prohibits them from involvement in political campaigns.