Episcopal Church Approves Ordination of Transgender People

Last updated on: July 10, 2012 at 9:49 am By Amelia

On Monday, the Episcopal Church’s leadership overwhelmingly voted to allow the ordination of transgender people, by approving a change to the church’s “nondiscrimination canons” to include “gender identity and expression.” The Episcopal Church currently forbids discrimination based on race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, and age for Episcopalians who want to become priests. The church also made it illegal to discriminate against transgender people in non-clergy... more Read more

Figuring Faith | Americans Less Divided on Approach to Immigration, Survey Says

Last updated on: July 10, 2012 at 7:47 am By Amelia

In this week’s installment of Figuring Faith, Dr. Robert P. Jones explores Americans’ attitudes toward immigration policy. Examining the implications of the recent Supreme Court decision in Arizona v. United States, Dr. Jones shows that Americans are less divided on approaches to immigration policy than one might assume: When asked whether a range of issues should be decided at the national or the state level, nearly 8-in-10 (77 percent) Americans say... more Read more

The Morning Buzz | July 10, 2012

Last updated on: July 10, 2012 at 5:00 am By Amelia

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? A graphic designer gives earthquake data a little “cartographic sizzle,” for your viewing pleasure! What would happen if politicians raised the minimum wage? Some say it would improve the lives of scores of low-wage workers, while others say it would... more Read more

The Morning Buzz | July 9, 2012

Last updated on: July 9, 2012 at 5:00 am By Amelia

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? The little-known reason why Ph.D.s are so difficult to earn: it’s not the coursework or the dissertation, it’s the snake fight at the end. A new Latino Decisions poll reveals that Latinos in Florida are as eager for their President... more Read more

The Morning Buzz | July 9, 2012

Last updated on: July 9, 2012 at 5:00 am By Amelia

The Morning Buzz | July 6, 2012

Last updated on: July 6, 2012 at 5:00 am By Amelia

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? Apparently NPR is as enamored of pie as I am, because they have yet another article on the mouthwatering dessert – this time, exploring the creative ways that cash-strapped cooks have filled their “desperation pies.” Who knew you could make... more Read more

The Morning Buzz | July 6, 2012

Last updated on: July 6, 2012 at 5:00 am By Amelia

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? Apparently NPR is as enamored of pie as I am, because they have yet another article on the mouthwatering dessert – this time, exploring the creative ways that cash-strapped cooks have filled their “desperation pies.” Who knew you could make... more Read more

The Morning Buzz | July 5, 2012

Last updated on: July 5, 2012 at 5:00 am By Amelia

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? The U.S. government would like to make extra-sure that you know mermaids don’t exist. No word, though, on whether Singapore’s mascot, the “merlion” (a creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish) is a myth.... more Read more

Our Corner | Racial and Religious Divides on Health Care Reform

Last updated on: July 3, 2012 at 8:07 am By Amelia

In a new article for the Huffington Post, Dr. Robert P. Jones explores one largely ignored aspect of the debate over health care reform: the role played by racial identity. Dr Jones writes: In the reactions to the ruling, the powerful way that racial identity shapes attitudes toward the health care law, as well as how this may influence the law’s impact in the -residential race, has been largely overlooked.... more Read more

The Morning Buzz | July 3, 2012

Last updated on: July 3, 2012 at 5:00 am By Amelia

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? In honor of the anniversary of our nation’s birth, cook up George Washington’s favorites: some sliced tongue and toast for breakfast, then a lettuce tart for lunch. You can throw in some flummery to pay tribute to John Adams if... more Read more