Religious Diversity Around the World
Singapore is the world’s most religiously diverse country overall as of 2020, while Yemen is the least diverse. But the U.S. ranks first among nations with very large populations, followed by Nigeria and Russia.
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Religion and Politics ’08: Barack Obama
Background Hometown Honolulu, Hawaii Age 48 Religion United Church of Christ Education Harvard Law School, J.D., 1991 Columbia University, B.A., 1983 Candidate Website www.barackobama.com Candidacy Status Formally declared candidacy Feb. 10, 2007. Elected president Nov. 4, 2008 Political Experience U.S. Senator from Illinois, 2005-present Illinois State Senator, 1997-2004 Professional Experience Lecturer, University of Chicago Law […]
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Religion and Politics ’08: Tom Tancredo
Background Hometown Broomfield, Colo. Age 63 Religion Evangelical Presbyterian Education University of Northern Colorado, B.A., 1968 Candidate Website www.teamtancredo.com Candidacy Status Formally withdrew candidacy December 20, 2007. Formally declared candidacy April 2, 2007. Political Experience U.S. Representative from Colorado, 1999-present Secretary of Education Regional Representative, 1981-1992 Colorado State Legislature, 1976-1981 Professional Experience Director, Independence Institute, […]
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Religion and Politics ’08: The Candidates on the Issues
Abortion Barack Obama Obama supports abortion rights. On Jan. 23, during his first week as president, Obamasigned an executive order restoring federal funding for international organizations that perform or promote abortions in foreign countries. During the October 15, 2008 presidentialdebate, Obama expressed a willingness to support a ban on late-term abortions “as long as there’s an […]
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Religion and Politics ’08: Ron Paul
Background Hometown Green Tree, Pa. Age 74 Religion Baptist Education Duke University School of Medicine, M.D., 1961 Gettysburg College, B.A., 1957 Candidate Website www.ronpaul2008.com Candidacy Status Formally declared candidacy March 12, 2007 Formally withdrew candidacy June 12, 2008 Political Experience U.S. Representative from Texas, 1976-1977, 1979-1985, 1997-present Professional Experience Founder and honorary chairman, Foundation for […]
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Religion and Politics ’08: Washington
Religious Profile Margin of error: ± 4.0% Sample size: 745 Data from the Pew Forum’s U.S. Religious Landscape Survey. 2008 Washington Primary Exit Poll Results Primary date: Feb. 19, 2008 No polling information was collected for this state. 2004 Washington General Election Results Data on “All Voters”: CNN All other data: Pew Forum analysis of 2004 National […]
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Religion and Politics ’08: Pennsylvania
Religious Profile Margin of error: ± 2.5% Sample size: 1,896 Data from the Pew Forum’s U.S. Religious Landscape Survey. 2008 Pennsylvania Primary Exit Poll Results Primary date: April 22, 2008 No polling information was collected for the Republican primary. Source: 2008 National Election Pool Exit Poll as reported by MSNBC 2004 Pennsylvania General Election Results Data on “All […]
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Religion and Politics ’08: Ohio
Religious Profile Margin of error: ± 3.0% Sample size: 1,654 Data from the Pew Forum’s U.S. Religious Landscape Survey. 2008 Ohio Primary Exit Poll Results Primary date: March 4, 2008 Source: 2008 National Election Pool Exit Poll as reported by MSNBC 2004 Ohio General Election Results Data on “All Voters”: CNN All other data: Pew Forum analysis […]
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Religion and Politics ’08: New Mexico
Religious Profile Margin of error: ± 7.5% Sample size: 228 Data from the Pew Forum’s U.S. Religious Landscape Survey. 2008 New Mexico Primary Exit Poll Results Primary dates: Democrats – Feb. 5, 2008 Republicans – June 3, 2008 No polling information was collected for the Republican primary. Source: 2008 National Election Pool Exit Poll as reported […]
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Religion and Politics ’08: New Hampshire
Religious Profile Margin of error: ± 6.5% Sample size: 320 Data from the Pew Forum’s U.S. Religious Landscape Survey. 2008 New Hampshire Primary Exit Poll Results Primary date: Jan. 8, 2008 Source: 2008 National Election Pool Exit Poll as reported by MSNBC 2004 New Hampshire General Election Results Data on “All Voters”: CNN All other data: Pew […]
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Religion and Politics ’08: Duncan Hunter
Background Hometown Alpine, Calif. Age 61 Religion Southern Baptist Education Western State University, B.S.L. & J.D., 1976 Candidate Website www.gohunter08.com Candidacy Status Formally declared candidacy Jan. 25, 2007 Formally withdrew candidacy Jan. 19, 2008 Political Experience U.S. Representative from California, 1981-present Chair, House Armed Services Committee, 2003-2007 Professional Experience Attorney, private practice, 1976-1980 U.S. Army, […]
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Signature Reports
Growing Share of U.S. Adults Say Religion Is Gaining Influence in American Life
Americans’ views of religion’s role in society have grown more positive in recent years. But many feel their religious beliefs conflict with the mainstream.
Many Religious ‘Nones’ Around the World Hold Spiritual Beliefs
Many religious “nones,” which include atheists and agnostics, in 22 countries hold religious or spiritual beliefs, such as in an afterlife or something beyond the natural world.
Decline of Christianity in the U.S. Has Slowed, May Have Leveled Off
After years of decline, the U.S. Christian share now shows signs of leveling off. The new Religious Landscape Study explores trends in identity, beliefs and practices.
Key Findings From the Global Religious Futures Project
The Global Religious Futures (GRF) project is jointly funded by The Pew Charitable Trusts and The John Templeton Foundation. Here are some big-picture findings from the GRF, together with context from other Pew Research Center studies.
