Public Religion Research Institute

The Morning Buzz | Genesis is Now a Graphic Novel

MacKenzie Babb — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:00:49 +0000

Welcome to the Morning Buzz, PRRI’s morning dose of religion-related news with a shot of data – because what doesn’t liven up a morning round-up like some public opinion numbers? Cronut? Doughssant? Whatever you call it, this pastry mash-up seems like a delightful way to start the day. (Thanks to Suzanne for sending this in!) The European Commission has ordered Slovakia to take halos and crosses off of commemorative euro... more

The Morning Buzz | Is Religious Liberty Under Attack in Oklahoma?

MacKenzie Babb — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:00:52 +0000

Welcome to the Morning Buzz, PRRI’s morning dose of religion-related news with a shot of data – because what doesn’t liven up a morning round-up like some public opinion numbers? Parents everywhere have a new place to store their teenagers’ allowance money. (Thanks to Arnie for sending this in!) Is religious liberty under attack in Oklahoma? One Methodist minister says so. Nearly 4-in-10 (39 percent) Americans believe religious liberty is currently... more

Fifty Years Later, The Supreme Court’s Move to Ban Prayer in Schools Still Sparks Controversy

MacKenzie Babb — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:53:11 +0000

On this day in 1963, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a ruling that profoundly altered Americans’ understanding of the separation of church and state and the place of religion in society. The decision in the case of Abington School District v. Schempp declared organized prayers and biblical readings in public schools to be unconstitutional, upholding a similar ruling banning school prayer in the 1962 case of Engel v. Vitale.... more

The Morning Buzz | New Study Finds Rats Fit to Father

MacKenzie Babb — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:00:47 +0000

Welcome to the Morning Buzz, PRRI’s morning dose of religion-related news with a shot of data – because what doesn’t liven up a morning round-up like some public opinion numbers? Who knew Winnie the Pooh and Tigger were so controversial? China. China knew. The 54 percent of Americans who believe that women are naturally better suited to raise children may be surprised by this new study, which shows male rodents as being capable... more

Our Corner | What Americans Really Think About Affirmative Action

MacKenzie Babb — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 20:12:53 +0000

In a new column for Huffington Post Politics, PRRI Research Director Daniel Cox examines the divide between American support for the general principle of affirmative action and its application in college admissions. His insight is well-timed, as the Supreme Court is set to rule later this month on the constitutionality of using race as a factor in college admissions. Cox explores PRRI’s latest findings as part of the spectrum of... more

Evangelical Leaders Continue Push for Immigration Reform

MacKenzie Babb — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:53:41 +0000

As the Senate is poised to take on the task of reforming an immigration system most Americans agree is broken, a broad coalition of evangelical organizations, churches, leaders and universities have partnered to launch a $250,000 national ad campaign to push members of Congress to pass the bipartisan bill, which would strengthen border security, allow unauthorized immigrants to apply for citizenship and revamp the legal immigration system. As we noted... more

The Morning Buzz | LGBT Adults: Society Has Become More Accepting During Past Decade

MacKenzie Babb — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:00:01 +0000

Welcome to the Morning Buzz, PRRI’s morning dose of religion-related news with a shot of data – because what doesn’t liven up a morning round-up like some public opinion numbers? Have big dreams, but can’t afford the Big Apple? Check out these awesome virtual internships. In related news, check out how the Supreme Court may put an end unpaid internships. The U.S. Census reports that more white, non-Hispanic Americans died... more

The Morning Buzz | Who Should Tackle the Issue of Sexual Assault in the Military?

MacKenzie Babb — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:00:43 +0000

Welcome to the Morning Buzz, PRRI’s morning dose of religion-related news with a shot of data – because what doesn’t liven up a morning round-up like some public opinion numbers? Kind of gross, but very cool. Senator Rand Paul and some other GOP leaders say they’re not yet ready to sign the latest immigration bill, but could be soon if the bill’s leadership takes their suggestions into account. Finding a road... more

The Morning Buzz | Thousands Protest Proposed Abortion Law in Ireland

MacKenzie Babb — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:00:35 +0000

Welcome to the Morning Buzz, PRRI’s morning dose of religion-related news with a shot of data – because what doesn’t liven up a morning round-up like some public opinion numbers? Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide? Try Iceland. This nightclub-turned-church claims Chinese and Swedish roots, brews a mean cup of coffee and is definitely helping to keep Austin weird. (Thanks to Arnie for sending this in!) A new poll shows... more

The Morning Buzz | Newtown Victims’ Families Continue Push for Stricter Gun Laws

MacKenzie Babb — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:00:54 +0000

Welcome to the Morning Buzz, PRRI’s morning dose of religion-related news with a shot of data – because what doesn’t liven up a morning round-up like some public opinion numbers? It’s official: Hillary Rodham Clinton has joined the Twitterverse. Does this mean she’ll run in 2016? And will #TweetsfromHillary live up to her fictional texts? Looks like we’ll have to wait and see. A disappearing Jewish home on the range?... more