Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux
Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux is an author at Religion News Service.
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Our Corner | Fact-Checking Bill Richardson
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — May 9, 2013
A recent edition of PolitiFact, a nonpartisan organization designed to find the truth in politics, used PRRI data to determine whether former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson was correct in saying that "Almost every Hispanic in the country wants to see ...
Politics and the Plan B Appeal
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — May 2, 2013
The FDA’s recent decision to lower the age of access for emergency contraception to 15 exposes a tipping point in Americans’ - especially Democrats' - perspectives on contraceptive use for teens.
New Survey Illuminates Differences Among the World’s Muslims
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — May 1, 2013
A new survey shows that American Muslims feel more at ease in contemporary Western pluralistic societies than their co-religionists in other parts of the world.
Boy Scouts Set to End Ban on Gay Members
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — April 19, 2013
After months of contentious debate, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) seem poised to strike down their long-standing ban on openly gay scouts, although they will continue to prohibit gay adults from serving as leaders. Two-thirds (67%) of Americans repo...
Our Corner | PRRI Affiliated Scholars at the Midwest Political Science Association Conference
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — April 11, 2013
This weekend, several PRRI Affiliated Scholars will be presenting papers or participating in panels at the Midwest Political Science Association Conference.
Our Corner | PRRI on the New York Times’ 538 Blog
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — March 27, 2013
Findings from the PRRI/Brookings Religion, Values, and Immigration Reform Survey were recently featured at the New York Times' 538 blog, in a post about changing perspectives on same-sex marriage.
Generational Divisions in the Pews on Same-sex Marriage
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — March 26, 2013
As the Supreme Court hears oral arguments on two cases related to same-sex marriage, recent surveys have shown yawning generational divisions between younger and older Americans on this issue.
Graphic of the Week | Views on the Legalization of Same-sex Marriage
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — March 26, 2013
This week's graphic illustrates a striking generation gap on same-sex marriage which crosses party lines.
Our Corner | State of Belief: The Religious Perspective on Immigration and Citizenship
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — March 26, 2013
This weekend, Dr. Robert P. Jones was featured on State of Belief radio, speaking to host Welton Gaddy about findings from PRRI's new survey on religion, values, and immigration reform.
Graphic of the Week | A Post Civil Rights Era?
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — February 27, 2013
This week's graphic, which coincides with a day of arguments before the Supreme Court about the constitutionality of a crucial section of the Voting Rights Act, examines Americans' perspectives on discrimination and government action.
Graphic of the Week | Catholic Views on Church Practice and Policy
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — February 21, 2013
In just a few weeks, the College of Cardinals will choose the next pope, following the resignation of current Pope Benedict XVI at the end of the month. As the Cardinals deliberate over the next leader of the world's largest denomination, what do Ameri...
Dinner and a Movie…And Sex?
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — February 14, 2013
Dinner and a movie: it’s a classic combination. But on Valentine’s Day, does this romantic pairing also include sex? The answers vary according to gender and religious affiliation.
Figuring Faith | The State of the Union: Divided
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — February 13, 2013
Just before President Obama delivered his fourth State of the Union address to Congress, Dr. Robert P. Jones outlined the state of public opinion on the issues that Obama was likely to address in his speech.
Graphic of the Week | Valentine’s Day (What Are Your Plans?)
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — February 13, 2013
This week's graphic illustrates gender divides on sex, money, and romance when Valentine's Day rolls around.
Graphic of the Week | The State of the Union: Divided
By Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux — February 8, 2013
Less than a week before President Obama addresses Congress in his fourth State of the Union speech, our weekly graphic shows a divided nation on many of the issues that Obama is likely to address.
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