[02.02.2012]
Throughout American history, presidents have been shaped and influenced by their religious faith. Yet this remains an element that many presidential histories treat peripherally or ignore altogether. In Religion and the American Presidency (The Evolving American Presidency), which features essays on George Washington, Ronald Reagan, Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, and others, scholars explore this largely unappreciated factor in presidents’ lives and actions. This updated version features a new chapter… more
[02.02.2012]
January PRRI/RNS Religion News Survey Religious Voters Agree on Importance of Jobs/Economy, Disagree on Economic Inequality CRITICAL ISSUES DRIVING THE ELECTION Across party lines, all voters say that jobs/unemployment is a critical issue facing the country. More than 8-in-10 Republican (83%), Democratic (83%), and Independent (83%) voters view this issue as critical. There is also strong cross-party agreement that the federal deficit is a critical issue, although there are… more
