Recent Blog and Our Take
[05.18.2012]
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? Have you ever obsessed over how to close an email or letter? You’re not alone. A new study from the Brookings Institution argues that Romney’s Mormon faith may not be as much of an issue for voters as previously supposed…. more
[05.15.2012]
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? Would Thomas Jefferson have said that Aaron Burr “got out a little bit over his skis” when he shot Alexander Hamilton (who was not Jefferson’s favorite person either)? Sadly, we’ll never know. Yesterday, President Obama told the graduating class of… more
[05.14.2012]
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? This is a particularly creative excuse if you need to lie to customs about why you have a large number of live reptiles in your luggage, but you do have to be willing to follow through. Lawmakers in Kansas passed… more
[05.10.2012]
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? This is an impressive feat, but it doesn’t seem like a great way to make a living. In an interview with ABC News, President Obama announced that he supports same-sex marriage. (For the record, he’s about 3 years behind Dick… more
[05.07.2012]
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? There may be new clues to the mystery of the lost colony of Roanoke, which point less to alien abduction (a theory that was not taught in my elementary school) and more toward invisible ink. On Sunday morning, Vice President… more
[04.23.2012]
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? Maybe it’s the adventure music playing in the background, but this might be the coolest thing I’ve ever seen. Happy (belated) Earth Day! For many Americans, there’s a religious imperative for responsible stewardship of the earth. Check out our blog… more
[03.28.2012]
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? Ever wondered whether your surname is more common in some parts of the country than others? Well, I hadn’t either, but this National Geographic map is still worth a click or two. If that educational endeavor doesn’t do it for you,… more
[03.26.2012]
Late last week, protesters gathered across the country to rally against what they see as the growing threat to religious liberty in the United States. Foremost among their grievances was the contraception mandate in the new health care law, which requires religiously affiliated employers to provide no-cost birth control to their employees through their insurance plans. In a piece for NPR, however, Dr. Robert P. Jones, our CEO, explained that… more
[03.08.2012]
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? This, sadly, will the last installment of the Morning Buzz for a week or so. I’m heading off to vacation in Burma, where I will have absolutely no internet access. The Buzz will return to your inboxes on Monday, March… more
[02.29.2012]
Mitt Romney eked out a narrow victory in Michigan, retaining his grip on front-runner status (at least until Super Tuesday). His win in Arizona was much more decisive. The exit polls in both states show that Romney’s support came from a familiar coalition, which indicates that his intense battle with Santorum for his home state may not have jostled him as severely as some feared. Romney did best among higher-income… more
