Recent Blog and Our Take
The Morning Buzz | April 20, 2012
[04.20.2012]Welcome to the Morning Buzz, PRRI’s morning dose of religion-related news with a shot of data. Some companies are turning to a source of creative inspiration that is both retro and unorthodox. But really – if they do it on Mad Men, does that mean you want to do it too? If you haven’t taken a look at the 2012 Millennial Values Survey, jointly conducted by PRRI and the Berkley… more
The Morning Buzz | February 2, 2012
[02.02.2012]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? Yesterday was a big day for Mitt Romney: not only was he riding the high from his victory in the Sunshine State, he will start receiving Secret Service protection. That means he gets an awesome codename like “Renegade” (Obama) or… more
The Morning Buzz | January 23, 2011
[01.23.2012]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? Herman Cain, who has effectively dropped out of the GOP race, came in 5th place in South Carolina with the help of comedian Stephen Colbert. It saddens me that with Cain’s withdrawal from the race, there are no mustachioed candidates… more
Figuring Faith | Rick Santorum: The Evangelical’s Catholic Candidate?
[01.10.2012]Today, New Hampshire primary voters are heading to the polls, but many politicos are already looking forward to the South Carolina primary, where religion will play a much greater role in determining voters’ choices. In this week’s post for “Figuring Faith,” Dr. Robert P. Jones illuminates why Rick Santorum, a Catholic, is actually a more apt ally for white evangelical Protestants. To learn more about where Santorum stands on hot-button… more
The Morning Buzz | January 9, 2012
[01.09.2012]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? Are you a “savvy parent?” Do you want your baby to grow up with the plot of Jane Eyre ingrained into his or her consciousness? Then you must have “Bronte for Babies” – it’s fashionable. Rick Santorum got into a lengthy… more