Society & Culture

“Starting with next year’s statistics, the largest Presbyterian denomination in the United States will add a nonbinary/genderqueer category, alongside the traditional men and women categories.” - C.Post

“53% of those 50 and older say the widespread use of such vehicles would be a bad idea for society, compared with a smaller share (37%) of adults ages 18 to 49” - Pew

“according to an AP-NORC poll. …Less than half approve of players wearing a religious symbol like a crucifix or Star of David while on the field, and 11% disapprove. When asked about kneeling during the national anthem, 30% approve, 33% neither approve nor disapprove, and 37% disapprove.” - C.Index

“Earlier this year, the then-23-year-old chose to commit suicide through euthanasia….Though she did not sustain any physical injuries, the trauma of the Brussels terror attack event proved too emotionally difficult” - C.Post

“Jah Healing Kemetic Temple of the Divine Church claims it is Christian and ‘believes that the fragrant cane ingredient of the holy anointing oil described in Exodus 30:22 is cannabis.’” - RNS

“When thinking specifically about who can enact change, Americans are most likely to say this is up to individuals (48%) or raise their own hands (46%). … they look to the president of the United States (44%) and politicians (42%).” - Barna

“Kern County Superior Court Judge Eric Bradshaw ruled Friday that Miller acted lawfully while upholding her beliefs about what the Bible teaches regarding marriage.” - C.Index

“Nearly two years into his presidency, Joe Biden’s job rating stands at 38% – identical to Donald Trump’s approval rating at a similar point in his presidency, but lower than those of some other recent presidents in the run-up to their first midterm election.” - Pew

“I’ve avoided using the term ‘Christian nationalism’ that you’ve asked about because there’s no carefully agreed-upon definition. And I’ve seen how destructive it is just to pick a label, not do much work to define carefully what that is and then start going after people.” - GetReligion

“Perry then presented data indicating that the more White Americans identify with Christian nationalists ideals, the more likely they are to believe that White Americans are the most discriminated against group in the nation.” - C.Leaders