How Americans view racial diversity ahead of the country’s 250th anniversary
75% of U.S. adults see diversity as a good thing for the country, but Democrats and Republicans differ sharply on how diversity impacts the country’s culture.
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Prohibit Mosques in Their Area
A quarter of Americans say local communities should be able to prohibit the construction of mosques in their area.
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Strong Religious Beliefs Needed for Congress
Six-in-ten Americans say it is important that members of Congress have strong religious beliefs.
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Religion Losing Influence in America
Two-thirds of Americans say that religion is losing its influence on American life.
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Republicans Believe Obama is a Muslim
A rising number of Republicans incorrectly believe Barack Obama is a Muslim.
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Luxury to Necessity and Back Again
The recession has made five familiar consumer items far less of a necessity in the lives of Americans.