Economy

The Morning Buzz | February 13, 2012

[02.13.2012]

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? Even today, Oprah continues to work small miracles: to wit, she managed to find a family who has no idea who she is. The Ginsberg family of Crown Heights, Brooklyn, are the subjects of a new special on Oprah’s network,… more

The Morning Buzz | February 9, 2012

[02.09.2012]

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? Whatever you think about Michelle Obama’s politics, you’ve got to hand it to her: not only did she sack-race Jimmy Fallon, she didn’t even fall over! Jimmy Fallon, on the other hand, gets points for wearing Spandex to the White… more

The Morning Buzz | February 7, 2012

[02.07.2012]

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? According to the EPA, the beach is a dangerous place, and it’s not because you forgot to pack your sunscreen. A new report says that digging and playing in sand is actually more likely to make beachgoers sick than swimming… more

The Morning Buzz | February 6, 2012

[02.06.2012]

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? Thanks to the menace of television, a renowned Charles Dickens biographer says that, on the 200th anniversary of his birth, modern-day children are simply unable to appreciate the Victorian novelist’s work.  Mitt Romney walked away with a comfortable victory in… more

President Obama Presents Christian Message of Economic Fairness

[02.03.2012]

In his speech at the annual National Prayer Breakfast yesterday morning, President Obama added a controversial twist to his recent emphasis on economic fairness: he added a religious imperative. “I think to myself, if I’m willing to give something up as somebody who’s been extraordinarily blessed, and give up some of the tax breaks that I enjoy, I actually think that’s going to make economic sense,” Obama told the audience…. more

The Morning Buzz | February 3, 2012

[02.03.2012]

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, of course, was Groundhog Day, a holiday which I (like many, I suspect) celebrate with an annual viewing of the classic Bill Murray movie of the same name. Little did I know how much squabbling the film has caused… more

Intriguing New Report From Pew On Lower-Income Republicans

[02.02.2012]

The media aftershock from Mitt Romney’s offhand remark that he does not care about the “very poor” is still humming through the blogosphere, drawing criticism from liberal and conservative commentators alike. This is sure to provide fodder for Democrats’ criticisms of Romney, especially given new PRRI data which shows that 63% of Democratic voters say the growing gap between the rich and the poor is a critical issue. A newly… 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 | February 1, 2012

[02.01.2012]

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? These days, it seems like there’s always a dozen articles ominously predicting the downfall of print books and physical bookstores, and they all make me terribly anxious – until some kind person puts together a slideshow like this and I… more

The Morning Buzz | January 31, 2012

[01.31.2012]

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? Yet more proof that you should never, ever make jokes on Twitter. Ever. The sad story of two British tourists detained at LAX for making the wrong cultural reference is here. Today, Florida’s GOP voters head to the polls. The… more